These documents explain the DFL’s conduct expectations and incident review procedures. This website offers summaries and practical guidance; the official governing documents remain authoritative.
Behavioral expectations, disciplinary remedies, and degrees of harmful behavior appear in Addendum B of the Constitution and Bylaws.
Read the Constitution and Bylaws, including the Code (PDF)
Edition amended July 18, 2026.
Adopted May 26, 2026. The rules address reports, review boards, hearings, decisions, and appeals. Public distribution of the supplied reference copy requires approval. Contact conduct@dfl.org for procedural guidance.
Download the official 2026–2027 blank form (PDF).
Additional guidance on reporting, challenges, jurisdiction, confidentiality, and appeals. Adopted September 27, 2025, Revision A.
Read the Official Call (PDF) · Visit the official Party Documents page
No. Political and organizational disagreements do not automatically constitute misconduct. The Code addresses prohibited behavior, and each report’s circumstances must be considered.
No. A matter may be dismissed, referred, resolved during prehearing proceedings, or brought to a hearing.
The form asks for witness information when available and known. Provide what you know and identify what you do not know.
The committee may refer matters outside its jurisdiction to another DFL body. Conduct reports and procedural challenges are distinct processes.
The co-chairs may determine whether related reports should be consolidated into one proceeding.
Proceedings are confidential under the adopted rules. Information may be disclosed to authorized recipients under those rules. The committee controls release of records; only certain final findings and decisions may be shared with written approval.
For disability accommodations, interpretation, or other accessibility support, contact the person identified in your case correspondence or State DFL Party Affairs as early as possible.
Raise the concern promptly through the instructions in your notice. Identify the member and specific supporting facts. Committee leadership decides whether replacement is appropriate.
Review or appeal may be available. Deadlines and procedures depend on the decision. Consult the notice and applicable rules promptly.
The Official Call says initial contact typically occurs within the first 10 days. There is no fixed completion deadline for every report. Complex matters may need more time.
Contact State DFL Party Affairs.
Email: conduct@dfl.org
Phone: 651-293-1200