A. Notwithstanding anything contained in this chapter to the contrary, no person who is subject to the provisions of this chapter may be convicted of violating this chapter if, prior to engaging in the conduct that would otherwise have resulted in a violation of this chapter, such person obtains a written opinion from the town attorney that the particular conduct in question would not violate this chapter, and such person acts in accordance with the opinion of the town attorney.

B. The town attorney shall promptly render an opinion as to legality of proposed conduct or action under this chapter upon request.

C. The town attorney has no authority to finally determine whether a conflict of interest exists with respect to any town officer. Such determination may only be made by the town body of which the officer is a member. (Ord. 24, Series 2014)