Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
Policy Statement It is the policy of the Board of Directors of United Security Bancshares and United Security Bank (hereafter “Board”) to conduct business in accordance with the highest ethical standards, in order to merit and maintain the complete confidence and trust of our customers, shareholders, staff members, and vendors. Staff members of United Security Bancshares (“Bancshares”) and United Security Bank (“Bank”)(both the Bancshares and Bank on a consolidated basis shall be referred to as the “Company”) must conduct their personal affairs and manage their business transactions in a manner that does not result in adverse comments or criticism from the public, or in any way damage the Company’s reputation as a responsible financial services organization. This policy addresses both business and social relationships, which may present legal and ethical concerns, and also sets forth a Code of Conduct to guide staff members. The term “staff members” refers to all officers and employees of the Company. Compliance with Laws and Regulations It is the policy of Bancshares and the Bank to fully comply with the spirit and intent of all applicable laws and regulations. We expect our staff members to comply with all applicable laws, rules and regulations in accomplishing their assigned duties, while using good judgment and ethical standards. Administration of the Code of Conduct It is the responsibility of each director and staff member to be familiar with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the “Code”). Supervising officers are expected to make every reasonable effort to ...//= $this->item->getUrl() ?>