Skip to Main Content
California Fair Political Practices Commission
Menu Search
Search
  • About FPPC
    • What The FPPC Does
      Learn about the FPPC's responsibilities and functions.
    • Organization & Responsibilities
      Information about the structure and functions of the FPPC and its various divisions.
    • About the Political Reform Act
      Read about the landmark law that created the FPPC.
    • Hearings, Meetings and Workshops
      View information about the Commission's upcoming hearings, meetings and workshops.
    • Annual Report
      View the statistics and case summaries in the Commission's annual report.
    • Public Records Request
      Submit a public records request for any publicly available information held by the FPPC.
    • Employment Opportunities
      See what exciting jobs are currently available at the FPPC.
    • Contact Us
      Contact us at (866) 275-3772 or advice@fppc.ca.gov for expert guidance on your responsibilities under the Act. Reach out for inquiries, assistance, or to stay informed about ethical and transparent governance. Our team offers telephone and online advice for individuals seeking essential guidance.
    • Events
    • Accessibility Policy
  • The Law
    • Conflict of Interest Code Exemptions
    • Recent Changes to the Political Reform Act
    • Pending Legislation
      Legislation related to the Political Reform Act or the Commission, and positions taken by the Commission.
    • The Political Reform Act
      View the full version of the Political Reform Act.
    • FPPC Regulations
      View an index of FPPC regulations or information about newly adopted, amended, repealed or proposed regulations.
    • Advice Letters and Commission Opinions
      Search through FPPC advice letters and Commission Opinions.
    • Local Campaign Ordinances
      View the campaign finance laws from localities across California.
  • Learn
    • Campaign Rules
      View filing schedules, contribution limits, campaign forms, changes to campaign laws, candidate toolkits, advertising rules and other helpful information about campaigns.
    • Conflicts of Interest Rules
      Learn what constitutes a conflict of interest and how to determine if someone should be disqualified from participating in a governmental decision.
    • Section 1090
      Learn about conflicts of interest in governmental contracts and how to determine if an official or agency is prohibited from making a decision concerning a contract.
    • Lobbyist Rules
      Learn how to register as a lobbyist, report lobbying activity, ethics course requirements or view helpful manuals.
    • Rules on Conflict of Interest Codes
      Information on what a conflict of interest code is, how to update them, and who is required to be listed.
    • Guidance for Filing Officers
      Helpful tools for filing officers dealing with campaign statements or the Form 700.
    • Public Officials and Employees Rules
      Resources for public officials and employees about ethics training, gifts, conflicts of interest and other rules every public servant must follow.
    • San Bernardino County Candidates
    • San Bernardino City Candidates
    • Training & Outreach
      View resources and upcoming training opportunities for candidates, treasurers, committees, filing officers, conflict of interest code reviewers and Form 700 filers.
    • Political Reform Education Program (PREP)
      The purpose of the Political Reform Education Program (PREP) is to allow for the education of Respondents who have little or no experience with the Political Reform Act and commit minor violations, in lieu of monetary penalties.
    • What's New
    • Contribution Limits: City and County Candidates
    • Fact Sheets
      View factsheets developed to answer commonly asked questions.
    • Pay-to-Play Limits and Prohibitions
    • 2024 Election
  • Advice
    • Informal Advice
      Request informal advice about your obligations under the Act.
    • Formal Advice
      Request formal written advice from the FPPC.
    • Search Advice Letters
    • Search Commission Opinions
  • Enforcement
    • File a Complaint
      Anyone who suspects a violation of the Act should file a complaint with the FPPC
    • Case Results
      Search through cases that have been closed by the FPPC.
    • Enforcement Division Reports
      View statistics and summaries of major cases prosecuted by the Enforcement Division.
    • Contact Enforcement
      Contact information for the Enforcement Division.
    • Pay an Enforcement Penalty
      FPPC’s Electronic Payment System for Enforcement Penalties
    • FPPC-AdWATCH
      Pro-active Campaign Advertising Compliance Program
    • Complaint and Case Information Portal
      Find Information related to Complaints and Cases.
    • Policy Directives
      Learn about and view the Commission’s Policy Directives regarding the Enforcement Division.
  • Transparency Portal
    • Search FPPC Letters, Forms, Opinions and Case Closures
      Search Form 700s, behested payment reports, advice letters Commission opinions and other forms filed with the FPPC.
    • Behested Payments
      Find who is making and receiving behested payments, and the amounts.
    • Top Contributor Lists
      View the top contributors to ballot measures and independent expenditure committees supporting or opposing candidates
    • Heat Map
      Find out where violations occur across California.
    • Public Records Request
      Submit a public records request for any publicly available information held by the FPPC.
    • Pending Legislation
      Legislation related to the Political Reform Act or the Commission, and positions taken by the Commission.
    • Special Reports
    • Complaint and Case Information Portal
      Find Information related to Complaints and Cases.
    • Registered to Lobby
    • Audit Program
      Learn about the FPPC audit program and view entities who have been selected for random audits.
    • 800 Series Forms Search
  • Media Center
    • News Releases
      View news releases put out by the FPPC.
    • Agenda
      View the items to be discussed at the Commission's upcoming hearing.
    • Annual Report
      View the statistics and case summaries in the Commission's annual report.
    • Media FAQs
    • Public Records Request
      Submit a public records request for any publicly available information held by the FPPC.
    • Fact Sheets
      View factsheets developed to answer commonly asked questions.
    • Informational Videos
      Learn more about what the FPPC does and how you can find help
    • FPPC YouTube
  1. Home
  2. Enforcement
  3. Case Results
  4. 2021 SDO
  5. January SDO
  6. Carl Schuster

Carl Schuster

Statement of Economic Interests Late Filer

Fine: $1,000

FPPC No. 19/1099

Carl Schuster, a Commissioner for the California Travel and Tourism Commission, failed to timely file a 2018 Annual Statement of Economic Interests, in violation of Government Code Section 87300 (1 count).

Supporting Documents

Carl Schuster - Stipulation

Carl Schuster

  • Committee to Elect Dr. Kumar 4 BOS CCC District 4 - 2018, Committee to Elect Dr. Kumar for Assembly (District 14) 2016, Harmesh Kumar, and Alex Cardoso
  • Kayla Jones for Seaside City Council 2016, Kayla Jones, and Ryan Gibson
  • Esau Herrera for Assembly 2016, Esau Herrera, and Rebecca Rivera
  • Karson Klauer
  • Carl Schuster
  • Olsen for Senate 2018, Kristin M. Olsen, and Sally Olsen
  • Rick Jennings for City Council 2018, Rick Jennings, and Shawnda Deane
  • Roman A. Reyna for City Council 2018, Roman Reyna, and Sandra Perez
  • Scott Alvord for Roseville City Council 2016, Scott Alvord, and Karen Alvord
  • Sierra for California State Senate 2018, Ruben Sierra, and Albertina Maribel Nolasco
  • Steve Bird for Mayor 2020 and Steve Bird
  • Vikki Chavez for County Board of Education Nov 2020, Vikki Chavez, and Jane Emanuel
  • Armando Espinoza
  • Siva Gunda
  • Reid Milanovich
  • Phil Brock
  • Ronald Smith

How to File a Complaint

Anyone who suspects a violation of the Act should file a sworn complaint with the Enforcement Division.

File a Complaint

Follow Us

Website Comments and Suggestions

  • Back to top
  • Privacy Policy
  • Mailing List
  • Sitemap
  • Contact
  • Accessibility Policy
Copyright © California Fair Political Practices Commission
Register to Vote: California online votor registration