SERVINGOTHERS:

DOLLARGENERALSCODEOFBUSINESSCONDUCTANDETHICS

Notes

Dollar General and our Company refer to Dollar General Corporation and its subsidiaries.

LetterfromtheCEO
DearFellowEmployees,
AsmembersoftheDollarGeneralteam,wecarryoutourmission,ServingOthers,ineveryaspectofour
daytoday work. Serving Others means providing our customers a better life, our employees respect
and opportunity, our shareholders a superior return and our communities a spirit of involvement. To
accomplishourmission,wemustupholdthevaluesthatmakeourCompanygreat:honesty,fairnessand
respect.
All of usemployees, officers and Board membersare expected to apply these values to our daily
workandtoupholdtheprinciplesoutlinedinthisCodeofBusinessConductandEthics(ourCode).As
CEO,IpledgetoupholdboththeletterandthespiritofourCode.Asafellowteammember,Iexpect
youtodothesame.
OurCodeshowsushowtoapplyourCompanysvalueswheninteractingwithfellowemployeesandour
customers, business partners, shareholders and communities. It is not intended to address every
situation you may encounter. However, the standards and examples in our Code will help guide your
judgment,showingyouhowtofulfillyourmissionofServingOthers.Ifyoufaceanissuenotaddressed
inthesepages,Iencourageyoutocontactanyoftheresourceslistedonthebackpage.Itisyourdutyto
reportknownorsuspectedmisconduct.Restassured,youwillnotberetaliatedagainstformakingan
honestreport.
Pleasecomplete,signandsubmitaCertification&DisclosureForm(locatedattheendofthisCode)asa
conditionofemployment.Youalsomaybeaskedtodosoonanannualbasis.
ThankyouforyourcommitmenttoourCompanyandtoourmissionofServingOthers.
Kindestregards,

RickDreiling
CEO

FulfillingOurMission
OurmissionofServingOthersgoesbeyondthewaywetreatourcustomers.Thissimpleconceptisthe
backboneofthewaywedobusiness.Itmeansthatwethinkofothersfirstandarestraightforwardand
honestinallwedo.
OurmissionmeansweservethosewhocontributetoorplacetheirtrustinourCompany.Thismeans
wemustcommitourselvestoservingnotonlythoseaddressedinourCompany'smissionstatement
each other, our customers and our shareholdersbut also the communities where we live and work.
Our Code explains how we must act in order to fulfill our obligations to these individuals and groups.
Rememberthisguidingprinciple:thebestchoiceisonethatwillServeOthers.

ToServeEachOther
Ourcommitmenttoteamworkismorethanjustwordsonapage.Wetreateachotherwithfairnessand
respect,valuingourdifferences.Wealsoconsiderhowouractionsmightaffectotherswellbeingand
safety.

ToServeOurCustomers
Weworktoimproveourcustomerslives.Wedosobyprovidingqualitygoodsatlowprices,treating
eachcustomerwithrespectanddignityandalwaysconsideringcustomersafety.

ToServeOurShareholders
Our shareholders have invested not only in Dollar General, but also in each of us. We protect this
investment by keeping Company assets safe and promoting our reputation for quality goods and
services.

ToServeOurCommunities
Weseektobegoodcorporatecitizensinthecommunitieswherewedobusiness.Wedothisbymaking
a positive difference in our local communities, acting as stewards of our environment and following
applicablelocalandinternationallaws.

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TableofContents

Introduction ............................................................................................................................1
WhydowehaveaCode?..........................................................................................................................................1
WhomustfollowourCode? .....................................................................................................................................1
HowdoweuseourCode? ........................................................................................................................................1

ReportingConcernsandSeekingGuidance ..............................................................................2
OurNonRetaliationPolicy........................................................................................................................................2

ViolationsofOurCode ............................................................................................................3
HigherExpectationsforManagers...........................................................................................3
ServingOurEmployees:ForEmployeesRespectandOpportunity .........................................4
RespectingDiversity..................................................................................................................................................4
MaintainingaSafeandHealthyWorkplace..............................................................................................................4
ProtectingEmployeeInformation.............................................................................................................................5
ReceivingFairPay .....................................................................................................................................................5

ServingOurCustomers:ForCustomersABetterLife..............................................................6
CaringforOurCustomers .........................................................................................................................................6
EnsuringProductSafety ............................................................................................................................................6
CompetingFairly .......................................................................................................................................................7

ServingOurShareholders:ForShareholdersASuperiorReturn .............................................8
EnsuringAccuracyofRecordsandPublicDisclosures...............................................................................................8
CooperatingwithAuditsandInvestigations .............................................................................................................8
ProtectingCompanyAssets ......................................................................................................................................8
UsingComputerandNetworkSystemsAppropriately .............................................................................................9
ProtectingOurCompanysReputation ...................................................................................................................10
HandlingConflictsofInterest..................................................................................................................................10
ObeyingInsiderTradingLaws .................................................................................................................................14

ServingOurCommunities:ForOurCommunitiesASpiritofInvolvement ............................15
FollowingAntiCorruptionLaws..............................................................................................................................15
AbidingbyAntiBoycottLaws .................................................................................................................................15
ProtectingtheEnvironment....................................................................................................................................15
GettingInvolvedinOurCommunities.....................................................................................................................16
ChoosingEthicalVendors........................................................................................................................................16

Conclusion.............................................................................................................................17
FollowingOtherLaws..............................................................................................................................................17
EnforcingOurCode .................................................................................................................................................17
AmendingandWaivingOurCode ...........................................................................................................................17

Certification&DisclosureForm .............................................................................................18
ContactInformation ..............................................................................................................19

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Introduction
WhydowehaveaCode?
OurCodehelpsusachieveourmissionofServingOthers.Itshowsushowtomakeethicaldecisionsby
exploring some of the issues we might face and by providing ways to act or seek guidance in those
situations.ReadingthisCodeandlearninghowtoidentifyandrespondtoethicalsituationsenablesus
tobetterfulfillourmissionwheninteractingwithourfellowemployees,customers,vendors,business
partners,shareholdersandcommunities.

WhomustfollowourCode?
Because the key to Dollar Generals success lies in each of us, all employees, officers and Board
membersarerequiredtoreadandfollowourCode.OurvendorsarealsoexpectedtofollowthisCode
whenperformingworkforDollarGeneral.

HowdoweuseourCode?
OurCodeservesasahandyreferenceguidewhenpotentialunethicalsituationsarise.Itaddressesthe
mostcommonsituationswemayfaceanddirectsustokeypolicies,procedures,lawsandregulations
that apply to our jobs. Most importantly, it identifies the people we can go to with questions or
concerns.So,whenyoureunsurehowtoact,pickupourCodeandrememberyourmissionofServing
Others.
As a condition of employment, were required to complete, sign and return the Certification and
Disclosure Form (located at the end of our Code) to the Imaging Department in Integrity Place. Your
answers must be truthful and complete, and your form must include your Employee Identification
Number in order to be processed. If you dont return the form or if you submit untruthful responses,
youllbesubjecttodisciplinaryaction,includingpossibletermination.Youwillbeaskedtocompletethis
formannually.

ReportingConcernsandSeekingGuidance
Ifyoucomeacrossasituationwhereyoudontknowhowtoact,itsimportanttoseekguidancefrom
Company resources. This can mean reviewing Company policies, talking to your manager or checking
with another resource listed in this Code. Dont assume someone else will resolve the issue or that it
isntyourresponsibility.
Ifyoususpectconductthatmayviolatethelaw,ourpoliciesorourCode,youmustreportit.Infact,if
youdontreportit,youareviolatingourCodeandmaybesubjecttodisciplinaryaction!Reachoutto
the Employee Resource Center (ERC) or other resources listed in this Code. A summary listing of
resourcesisprovidedonthebackpageforeasyreference.
You may always choose to withhold your name when making a report, and our Whistleblower and
Shrink Tip Hotlines are not equipped with caller ID. Be advised, though, that withholding your name
whenmakingareportmaylimitDollarGeneralsabilitytoinvestigateyourconcern.
OurCompanywilltreatreportsofimproperconductconfidentiallyandwilldiscloserelatedinformation
only on a needtoknow basis, in compliance with the law. Although all reports will be promptly and
thoroughlyinvestigated,ourCompanymaynotalwaysbeabletocommunicateinvestigationresultsto
thepersonwhomadethereport.ThisdoesnotmeanourCompanyisnottakingaction.Everyreportis
investigated,andappropriateactionwillbetakenwheneverwarranted.Formoreinformationaboutthe
investigationsprocess,seeourInternalInvestigationsPolicyonDGNet.

OurNonRetaliationPolicy
Noonemayretaliateagainstafellowemployeewhoreportsmisconductingoodfaith,participatesinan
investigationofmisconduct,orparticipatesinalawsuitagainstourCompanyorsomeoneworkingfor
our Company. Acting in good faith means that you provide all the information you have and you
believe it to be true. If it turns out you were wrong, thats okay. What matters is your sincere belief
whenyoumakethereport.
Examples of retaliation include threats, harassment and discrimination, as well as unwarranted
discharge,demotionandsuspension.Ifyouexperienceretaliation,contacttheERC.

Q: Ahmads manager constantly makes inappropriate jokes about the race and sex of their team
members.AhmadreportedhismanagertotheERC.EventhoughhedidntdisclosehisnametotheERC,
Ahmad is worried that his manager will figure out who made the report and make his time at work
miserableorevenfirehim.Whatshouldhedo?

A:Ahmadshouldntbeworried.HedidexactlywhatDollarGeneralrequireshimtodo,andhewillnot
faceretaliationbecauseofhisreport.IfAhmadfeelshismanagerisretaliatingagainsthim,heshould
reportitimmediatelytotheERC.

ViolationsofOurCode
DollarGeneralsimplydoesnottolerateillegalorunethicalconductbyanyone,includingourofficers.In
the event of misconduct, Dollar General will take appropriate disciplinary action, including possible
termination,andmayreporttheissuetotheproperauthorities.

HigherExpectationsforManagers

Every employee is expected to comply with our Code and the law, but managers have responsibilities
beyondthatexpectation.
Firstandforemost,weasmanagersmustensurethatalldutiesareperformedwiththehighestregard
for employee and customer health and safety. Be aware that, as role models for other Dollar General
employees,wewillbeobservedandouractionsfollowed.Weareexpectedtocommunicatethepolicies
containedinourCode,makingthesediscussionsapartofdailybusiness.Wemustalsoemphasizethat
ethicalandlegalconductmayneverbecompromisedtoobtainbetterbusinessresults.
Its important that we monitor compliance with our Code, ensuring that those who report to us
understand and follow Company policies. We must encourage employees to ask questions if they are
confused or have a concern. If we learn about or observe behavior that violates our Code, it is our
responsibilitytoreportitimmediately.Ifanemployeereportsaconcerntous,weneedtomakesure
this report is resolved. If you are unsure who to consult, contact the ERC or reference our Internal
InvestigationsPolicyonDGNet.
Lastly,asmanagers,weareinapositiontoensureeveryoneistreatedfairly.WhenenforcingourCode
andotherpolicies,wemustdosofairlyandconsistently.Weshouldbeespeciallycommittedtofairness
when determining compensation and training opportunities and when conducting performance
evaluations.Wemustalwaysconsiderethicalbehaviorwhencompletingtheseevaluations.

ServingOurEmployees:ForEmployeesRespectandOpportunity
RespectingDiversity
DiscriminationisnottoleratedatDollarGeneral.Itlimitsourabilitytoreachourpotentialandcreates
an unpleasant work environment. We must never discriminate against a fellow employee, or anyone
elseworkingonourCompanysbehalf,baseduponthepersonsrace,color,nationalorigin,religion,sex,
age,disability,maritalstatus,veteranstatus,citizenshipstatusorothercharacteristicprotectedbylaw.
Wereparticularlydedicatedtothispolicywhenmakingemploymentrelateddecisions.
We also need to work together to ensure our workplace is free from harassment. Harassment is any
unwelcomeconductthatisbasedonanothersprotectedcharacteristicandhasthepurposeoreffectof
creating an intimidating, offensive or hostile work environment. Harassment also includes situations
whereemploymentdecisionsareconditionedonanemployeessubmissiontounwelcomeconductby
his or her manager that is based on the employees protected characteristic. Regardless of the form
harassment takeswhether its a spoken or written remark, physical act or visual depictionour
Company wont tolerate it. Discrimination and harassment of or by a nonemployee involved in
Companybusiness,suchasavendororcustomer,isalsoprohibited.
Although our Companys policy against discrimination and harassment may be stricter than that
required by law, you must follow Company policy when acting on Dollar Generals behalf. If you
experience or know of instances of discrimination or harassment, notify your manager, the ERC or
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) immediately. All reports will be investigated, and appropriate
disciplinaryactionwillbetaken.Youwillnotbesubjecttoretaliationformakinganhonestreport.

Q:OneofCarlascoworkersconstantlyasksheroutondatesandcommentsonherappearancewhile
they are working. Carla is embarrassed by the situation and feels uncomfortable at work. Should she
reporthisbehavior?

A: Yes. Carlas coworker may be creating an offensive workplace for her. Carla can speak with her
managerifshescomfortabledoingso,orshecancontacttheERCorADR.

MaintainingaSafeandHealthyWorkplace
At Dollar General, safety comes first. We ensure a safe workplace by following all safetyrelated signs
andinstructionsandbytakingstepstopreventaccidents.Weonlyperformjobactivities(1)forwhich
weve been trained and that dont violate established safety rules or (2) that dont pose a safety risk.
ReportanythreatstoworkplacesafetytoyourmanagerandtheRiskManagementHotlineimmediately.
Wecanonlymaintainasafeworkplaceifitisfreefromviolence.OurCompanywonttoleratephysical
actsofviolence,threatsofphysicalharm,verbalabuseorotherintimidatingordisruptivebehavior.If
youexperienceorknowofthissortofbehavior,notifyyourmanagerortheERC.

Working while under the influence of drugs or alcohol also threatens workplace safety, and our
Company will not tolerate such behavior. For detailed information about this policy, as well as Dollar
Generalspositiononalcoholanddrugtesting,seeourDrugandAlcoholPolicyorcalltheERC.

Q: Janie,adistributioncenteremployee,cantseemtofullycloseadockdoor.Sheseesthatthedoor
hascomepartiallyoffthetrack.Janieplacesasafetyconeinfrontofthedoorandreportstheproblem
tohermanager.HetellsJanie,Noneofthedoorsareperfect,justignoreit.WhatshouldJaniedo?

A: Janie protected her coworkers by placing a cone in front of the door. She should also report her
managersfailuretopromoteasafeworkplacetotheRiskManagementHotlineimmediately.

ProtectingEmployeeInformation
Wemustprotectourfellowemployeespersonalinformation.WedothisbyfollowingourCompanys
information security policies when accessing, maintaining or discussing such information. We share
employee information with fellow employees only when they have a business need for it, and never
withoutsidepartiesunlessweareauthorizedtodosoorhavetheGeneralCounselsconsent.Weavoid
discussingemployeeinformationinsituationswherewemaybeoverheard,andweexercisecarewhen
discardingdocumentscontainingsuchinformation.SeeourEmployeeHandbook,HIPAAPrivacyPolicy,
SocialSecurityNumberPrivacyPolicyandRecordsManagementPolicyforfurtherinformation.

ReceivingFairPay
Our Company ensures that we receive fair pay by respecting our workplace rights, following all
employmentlawsandpayingwagesbasedonourdutiesandperformance.Thoseofuspaidhourlymust
doourpartbycorrectlyreportingourhoursandconfirmingwearebeingpaidwhatweweretoldwe
wouldearn.Similarly,managersmustensurethatthosewhoreporttothemproperlyrecordtheirwork
time.Fordetailsonourwageandhourpolicies,consultourEmployeeHandbookoryourmanager.

Q:Kendraoftenclocksin15minutesbeforethestartofherscheduledshiftandsitsinthebreakarea.
Hermanager,Jodi,knowsthatKendraisahardworkerandwouldnttrytocheat.CanJodijustreduce
Kendrastimeby15minutes?

A:No,JodimaynotalterKendrasclockintimeordeductthe15minutes.Sheshouldinsteadtalkto
Kendraaboutthesituationtoavoidfutureoccurrences.IfKendracontinuesthisbehavior,Jodishould
progressivelycounselKendrafornotaccuratelyclockinginandout.

ServingOurCustomers:ForCustomersABetterLife
CaringforOurCustomers
DollarGeneralscustomersareessentialtooursuccess.Weholdourselvestothehighestcustomercare
standards,alwaystreatingcustomerswithhonesty,fairnessandrespect,consistentwiththefollowing
principles.

Equality
Wetreatourcustomersequally,nevershowingpreferenceforoneoveranother.

SafetyandAccessibility
Weprovidecleanandsafestoresthatareaccessibletoallcustomers,includingthosewithdisabilities.
Asaguide,askyourself,IsthisastorewhereIwouldliketoshop?Ifyoubelieveoneofourstoresis
unsafeorinaccessible,eitherfixthesituationorreportittoyourmanagerortheERC.

Confidentiality
We are careful with any confidential information our customers provide us, including credit and debit
card information. Dont disclose such information without seeking guidance from your manager. For
moreinformationaboutprotectingconfidentiality,seetheProtectingCompanyAssetssectionofthis
Code.

EnsuringProductSafety
Productsafetyisoneofourtoppriorities,anditweighsonourcustomersmindstoo.DollarGeneralis
committedtosellingsafeproductsthatmeetorexceedourCompanysstandards,aswellaslegaland
regulatoryrequirements.Wemustthoroughlyinvestigateproductsafetyconcernswhendoingsoispart
ofourjobresponsibilities.Wemustalsoaddressrecalls,whetherrequiredbyDollarGeneralorthelaw,
inatimelyandeffectivemanner.
Ensuring product safety also means that we work only with vendors willing to abide by our policies.
Vendors must ensure the safety and performance of the products and services they provide to us. In
turn, we are responsible for ensuring that every link in our supply chain meets quality and safety
standards.YoumustpromptlyreporttotheERCanythreattoproductsafetysothatitcanbeproperly
investigatedandresolved.

Q:Trish,astoreassociate,seesaregistermessageoranemailthatinstructsherstoretoremoveatoy
fromitssalesarea.Whensheaskshermanageraboutit,hetellshertheywonthavetimetoremove
thetoyuntiltomorrowbecausetodayistruckday.Isitokaytowait?

A:No.Instructionstoremoveanitemfromthesalesareaareoftentriggeredbysafetyconcernsand
must be followed without delay. Trish should remind her manager of that policy. If her manager
continuestodelay,TrishshouldimmediatelyinformherdistrictmanagerortheERC.

CompetingFairly
While we are committed to competing vigorously to provide our customers quality products at low
prices,wedosobasedonlyonourexcellentproductsandservice.Wemustthereforebeaccurateand
truthfulinallourcommunications,nevermisrepresentingourproductsorthoseofourcompetitors.

AntitrustandCompetitionLaws
Our Company is committed to following the laws that protect competition and free enterprise. In
compliancewithantitrustandcompetitionlaws,aswellasourAntitrustCompliancePolicy,wemaynot
engageinactivitythat:

Attemptstocontrolorrestraintrade;
Islikelytolessenorharmcompetition;or
Isindicativeofunfairpricediscriminationorotherformsofunfairpractices.

While these laws may appear easy to comprehend, applying them can be difficult. Exercise caution
whendealingwithcompetitors,especiallywhenattendingtradeassociationmeetings.Avoiddiscussions
regarding fixing resale prices, boycotting a vendor or customer, or allocating customers, products or
geographicterritories.Evenacasualdiscussionwithacompetitoraboutthesetopicscouldbeconstrued
asaviolationoflaw.
Ifacompetitorattemptstodiscussanyoftheseissues,stoptheconversationimmediatelyandreportit
totheLawDepartment.FailingtodosocouldexposebothyouandourCompanytocriminalandcivil
penalties.Youalsomaybesubjecttodisciplinaryaction,includingpossibletermination.

CompetitiveInformation
We like to know what our competitors are doingit helps us compete and maintain our industry
position. What we dont want or need, however, is to seek out a third partys information in
inappropriate ways. For example, we shouldnt ask new employees to reveal confidential information
aboutaprioremployerortoprovideinformationthatwouldcausethemtoviolateaconfidentialityor
nondisclosure agreement. If you have a question or concern about appropriate use of competitive
information,contactyourmanagerortheGeneralCounsel.

ServingOurShareholders:ForShareholdersASuperiorReturn
EnsuringAccuracyofRecordsandPublicDisclosures
OurCompanysSECfilingsandotherpubliccommunicationsmustcontainfull,fair,accurate,timelyand
understandable information, without fail. To fulfill this obligation, we must comply with generally
acceptedaccountingprinciplesandourinternalcontrolspoliciesandprocedures.Wealsomustensure
Dollar Generals books and records are accurate, complete and truthful at all times. This means any
businessrecordswesubmitsuchasexpensereports,timerecordsandcontractdocumentationmust
betimely,completeandhonest,andwemaynevermaintainoffthebooksaccountsormakefalseor
misleading entries. If you become aware of a potential problem with our Companys accounting or
publicdisclosures,raiseyourconcernwithourControllerorCFOimmediately.

RecordsRetention
WemustalsofollowallCompanyproceduresgoverningdocumentretentionanddestruction,including
ourRecordsManagementPolicyandthepoliciesinourStandardOperatingProceduresManual.Ifour
Law Department notifies you that you may have documents or other records related to a pending,
threatened or anticipated litigation, investigation or audit, you may not destroy those documents or
recordswithouttheLawDepartmentspermission.SeetheLegalHoldPolicyformoreinformation.

CooperatingwithAuditsandInvestigations
At times, our internal or external auditors may ask us for information in connection with an audit or
investigation.Wemustbehonestandtruthful,providingallrequestedinformation.Wemustnevertry
to coerce, mislead or manipulate auditors, conceal information, or provide false or misleading
information.Theconsequencesfordoingsoaresevere.
The same rules apply when the government or our Human Resources or Law Departments ask us for
information.Beforeprovidinganyinformationtoagovernmentofficial,however,wemustfirstinvolve
theLawDepartment.

ProtectingCompanyAssets
It is our responsibility to use our Companys resources appropriately and for business purposes. In
particular, we need to protect Dollar Generals physical propertyincluding its facilities, vehicles,
equipment, products and moniesfrom theft, damage, loss and misuse. We may not remove this
property from Company premises or use it for personal purposes, unless we have our managers
approvalforincidentaluseofCompanyofficeequipmentandclericalservices.
We must commit ourselves to preventing shrink. Shrink is any activity that leads to the loss of our
Companysmerchandiseorcash.ContactyourmanagerortheShrinkTipHotlineifyoususpectmisuse
ortheftofmerchandise.

We must also protect Dollar Generals confidential and proprietary information, including intellectual
property (such as trademarks and logos), trade secrets and nonpublic information (such as business
forecasts and financial plans, our Standard Operating Procedures and pricing arrangements with
vendors). We need to be particularly careful when discussing this information in public places, in
common spaces within our buildings or over the telephone. Exercise caution when discarding
documentscontainingconfidentialandproprietaryinformation.SeeourRecordsManagementPolicyfor
acceptabledocumentdestructionmethods.
Wealsohaveanobligationtosafeguardtheconfidentialinformationourbusinesspartnersandvendors
provideus.Wemayonlyusethirdpartyintellectualpropertyafterobtainingapprovalfromthatpartys
legaldepartment.
We must never share confidential or proprietary information with our fellow employees unless they
haveabusinessneedtoknow.Inaddition,weonlydisclosethisinformationwithoutsidethirdparties
after theyve signed a nondisclosure agreement or when were legally required to do so or have
obtainedourGeneralCounselspermission.Theseobligationscontinueafteryouremploymentends,at
whichtimeyoumustalsoreturnallconfidentialorproprietaryinformationtoyourmanager.Youmay
contacttheGeneralCounselifyouhaveanyquestions.

Q: Suzanne is preparing to go home and notices that her coworker Jean has several Dollar General
products,suchascannedgoodsandtoiletries,inherbag.SheknowsJeansfamilyisgoingthroughhard
timesfinanciallyanddoesntwanthertogetintrouble.WhatshouldSuzannedo?

A: Suzanne should report Jean to the Shrink Tip Hotline right away. Stealing from our Company can
negativelyimpactallofus.Theftreducesourprofitsandfundsavailableforemployeeraisesandlimits
ourCompanysabilitytoprovidecustomerslowpricedgoods.

Q:AmosworksinDollarGeneralsaccountingdepartment.Hesgoingtodinnerwithsomefriendsafter
workanddoesnthavetimetotakehislaptophomefirst.Hislaptophasalargeamountofconfidential
financialinformationstoredonit,andAmosisworrieditwillbestolenifheleavesitinhiscar.What
shouldhedowithit?

A:Amosshouldbringthecomputerwithhimintotherestaurantorleaveitsecuredinhisofficespace.
WemustsafeguardanyCompanyconfidentialinformationwepossess.Nomatterhowimpracticalthis
mayseematthetime,itwillbenefitallofusinthelongrun.

UsingComputerandNetworkSystemsAppropriately
WemustuseDollarGeneralscomputerandnetworksystemsappropriatelyandforbusinesspurposes.
Althoughlimitedpersonaluseispermitted,itmustnotinterferewithourjobdutiesorresultinadirect
costtoourCompany.Ingeneral,anactivitythatcausesadirectcostisonethatwouldcauseDollar
General to pay an additional expense, such as longdistance phone calls and photocopies. If you are
unsurewhetheryourusewillcauseadirectcost,checkwithyourmanager.

Takecarewhendraftingemailsandotherelectronicmessages.Electronicmessagesarewrittenrecords
andcanbeforwardedwithoutyourknowledgeorpermission.Wheneverpossible,avoidsendinghighly
sensitivebusinessinformationinanemail.Inaddition,youshouldneveruseourcomputerandnetwork
systemsto:

Advancepoliticalviews;
Communicateinappropriate,sexuallyexplicitorotherwiseoffensivestatements;
Viewsexuallyexplicitoroffensivematerials;
Accessillegalmaterial;
Sendunauthorizedsolicitations;or
Conductbusinessforanotherorganization.

Youdonothaveandshouldnotexpectprivacywhenusingourcomputers,sendingorreceivingemail,or
accessingtheInternet.TheCompanyreservestherighttolegallymonitorourcomputersystems,aswell
asemailandInternetactivity,toensuretheyarebeingusedresponsiblyandprofessionally.

Q:Darrellcheckshisemailatworkandcomesacrossoneofthefunniestemailsheseverread.Itsabit
obscene,sohedoesntshowhiscoworkers,butforwardsittosomefriends.Isthisokay?

A:No.OurCompanystechnologycantbeusedtosendsexuallyexplicitoroffensivematerials.Darrell
should remember that the emails he sends on our computers are not private. Forwarding the email
couldsubjecthimtodisciplinaryactionandmightevencosthimhisjob.

ProtectingOurCompanysReputation
DollarGeneralhasgivencertainemployeessoleresponsibilityforcommunicatingpubliclyonitsbehalf,
andtheyaretheonlyemployeesauthorizedtodoso.Ifathirdparty,suchasthemediaorananalyst,
directlyorindirectlyasksyouaquestionaboutDollarGeneraloritsactivities,financialresults,plansor
public policy positions, do not answer. Refer that person to Investor Relations or Corporate
Communications.
In addition, speeches or presentations to third parties about Dollar General or its business, including
those made at vendorsponsored events (but not those made at recruiting presentations) are
discouragedandrequireCEOapproval.Formoreinformationaboutcorporatecommunications,seeour
DisclosurePolicyorcontactInvestorRelations.

HandlingConflictsofInterest
Aconflictofinterestoccurswhenpersonalorfamilyinterestsinterferewithourabilitytomakesound,
unbiased business decisions on behalf of Dollar General. Family includes your (or your spouses)
parents,stepparents,children,stepchildrenandsiblings,whetherthroughbloodoradoption,aswellas
anyoneresidinginyourhome,exceptforunrelateddomesticemployees.Sincewehaveanobligationto
dowhatsbestforDollarGeneralandourshareholders,wemustavoideventheappearanceofaconflict
ofinterest.

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Todecidewhetheryourefacingaconflictofinterest,firstdetermineifthesituationwoulddirectlyor
indirectlybenefityou,yourfamilyorclosefriends.Evenifnobenefitwouldarisefromthesituation,ask
yourselfthefollowingquestions:

Doesitfeelright?
WouldIbeabletoperformmyworkforDollarGeneraleffectivelyandwithoutbias?
Would I feel comfortable disclosing it to my manager, division vice president or head of my
businessunit?
WouldIfeelcomfortableifitwasreportedonthefrontpageofanewspaper?

Ifyouveansweredanythingbutyestothesequestions,youmaybefacingaconflictofinterest.
Ifyoufaceapossibleconflictofinterest,youmustimmediatelydiscloseittoyourdivisionvicepresident
(if you are a store employee) or the first level vice president in charge of your business unit (vice
president). The vice president must decide whether the situation is a conflict of interest. The Vice
PresidentofInternalAuditandtheGeneralCounselareavailabletoconsultwhennecessary.Ifthevice
presidentdeterminesnoconflictexists,youmaycontinueyourinvolvementinthesituation.
For officers, the vice president in charge of your business unit or your manager means the next
officerlevelortheCEO.FortheCEOandBoardmembers,thismeansthedisinterestedmembersofthe
Board,unlessthematterisaddressedintheLimitedLiabilityCompanyAgreementofBuckHoldings,LLC
or another Company policy. If the situation involves a related party transaction as described in our
Delegation of Authority Policy, officers and Board members must also follow the approval procedures
setforthinthatPolicy.
Ifanactualconflictexists,youmaynotcontinuethesituationwithoutobtainingawaiverofourCode
from the Vice President of Internal Audit or the General Counsel. Officers and Board members must
obtainthiswaiverfromthedisinterestedmembersoftheBoardoranauthorizedBoardcommittee.
Thenextfewpagesdiscusssomecommonsituationswhereconflictsofinterestmightarise.

Gifts,EntertainmentandOtherBusinessCourtesies
Gifts and entertainment are business courtesies generally designed to promote goodwill with our
vendors. You may not accept business courtesies (including discounts or benefits not available to all
Dollar General employees) if they could be seen as influencing your business decisions or otherwise
creatingaconflictofinterest.
Thatsaid,notallbusinesscourtesiescreateconflictsofinterest.Forexample,youmayofferoraccept
giftsthatare:

Nominalinvalue,suchasacompanyshirtorcoffeemug;
Notdifficulttoobtain,asinsoldoutticketsorrareitems;
Notcashorcashequivalents,asinagiftcertificateorvoucher;
Infrequent;
Unsolicited;and
Ingoodtaste.

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Youmayofferoracceptentertainmentifitis:

Local,ornotrequiringsignificanttravelfromthelocationwhereyouaredoingbusiness;
Attendedbyboththehostandtheinvitedperson;
Infrequent;
Reasonablypriced,meaningitwouldntbeviewedaslavishorexcessive;and
Unsolicited.

Evenifthebusinesscourtesymeetsalloftheguidelinesdiscussedabove,youmustdiscloseittoyour
vicepresident.
The most senior executive of each business unit may approve stricter policies on business courtesies.
Pleasecheckwithyourmanagertodetermineifsuchpoliciesexistforyourdepartment.
Ifyouareofferedabusinesscourtesythatdoesnotmeetalloftheguidelineslistedabove,youmaynot
acceptitunlessyourvicepresidentdeterminesitdoesnotconstituteaconflictofinterest.Otherwise,
you must politely decline the courtesy. If doing so may offend the sender, you may accept it in our
CompanysnameandthenrelinquishittotheInternalAuditDepartment.

Q:AmandaistravelingonDollarGeneralbusiness.Sheplanstomeetapotentialvendor,Carl,whileon
hertrip.CarlofferstotakehertoamodestItalianrestaurantsotheycandiscussbusinessoverdinner.
Shesnotsuresheshouldaccept,sinceshestraveling.Wouldthisbeconsideredlocalentertainment?

A:Yes,sinceAmandaisalreadyawayonbusiness,thiswouldbeconsideredlocalentertainment.Unless
Amandas business unit has stricter rules regarding entertainment, she can accept the dinner, which
meetstheaboveguidelines.However,shewillneedtoinformhervicepresidentofthemealwhenshe
returns.

Q:David,arepresentativeofLeannslargestvendor,recentlytoldherthathewasgoingtosendhera
gift for all of her hard work. She warned David that she couldnt accept any cash or expensive gifts.
David told her not to worry, but when she opened the envelope, it held a pair of suite tickets to the
SuperBowlinSanFrancisco.Whatshouldshedo?

A:Leannshouldreportthegifttohervicepresidentandpolitelydeclineit.SuperBowlsuiteticketsgo
wellbeyondanominalvalueandareverydifficulttoobtain.Therefore,theytypicallycantbeaccepted.

VendorPaidTravel
A conflict of interest might arise when a current or potential vendor offers to pay some or all of our
travel expenses. For this reason, you may never accept airfare, lodging or other travel from a vendor,
evenifitisinconnectionwithabusinessrelatedtrip.

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DoingBusinesswithFriendsandRelativesandOtherPersonalRelationships
Doingbusinesswithfriendsandrelativescanresultinaconflictofinterest.Youshouldnotengageinor
attempttoundulyinfluenceDollarGeneralsbusinesstransactionswithyourself,afamilymemberora
close friend (or a business they are a part of). If you know that a family member or close friend (or a
businesstheyareapartof)conductsorseekstoconductbusinesswithDollarGeneral,removeyourself
fromthesituationuntilyouhaveobtainedyourvicepresidentsapproval.
We must not supervise or report to a close relative. A close relative includes your spouse, siblings,
parents, children, grandparents, grandchildren, inlaws, steprelatives, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews
andfirstcousins.Youandyourcloserelativealsomaynotreporttothesamemanager.Youmustfollow
theadditionalrulesregardingemploymentofrelativesthataresetoutinourEmployeeHandbook.
Conflictsofinterestmayarisewhenafriendshipwithacoworkerbecomesaromanticrelationship.For
thisreason,DollarGeneralprohibitsmanagersfrommakingadvancestowardsordatingemployeesthey
directly or indirectly supervise or those whose career they have the ability to influence. For more
informationaboutthispolicy,seeourEmployeeHandbook.

Q: Gena got her brotherinlaw, Dave, a job with our Company last year. Because they worked in
differentlocations,theynevertoldanyonethattheywererelated.Recently,DavewasmovedtoGenas
location.Genawantstodisclosetheirrelationship,sincetheyarenowreportingtothesamemanager,
butDavedoesntwanthertosayanything.Whatshouldshedo?

A: Gena and Dave must disclose this relationship to their vice president. If they dont, they will face
disciplinaryaction,includingpossibletermination.Closerelatives,suchasinlaws,maynotreportto
thesamemanager.

FormerEmployees
We may not do business on Dollar Generals behalf with a former Company employee without
permissionfromourvicepresidentoruntiloneyearaftertheformeremployeehasleftDollarGeneral.

FinancialInterestsinVendorsandCompetitors
Whenweholdafinancialinterestinavendororcompetitor,itcanbedifficultforustodeterminewhat
actionsareinDollarGeneralsbestinterest.Wethereforemustnotholdamaterialfinancialinterestina
vendororcompetitorofDollarGeneralwithoutreceivingpriorBoardapproval.Ownershipoflessthan
onepercentofapubliclytradedcompanyisnotconsideredamaterialfinancialinterest.Also,financial
interestsheldthroughamutualfundorsimilarinvestmentfundareacceptableifyouhavenocontrol
overthefundsinvestmentdecisions.

OutsideEmployment
WemustdevoteourworkrelatedtimeandenergytoDollarGeneral.Topreventaconflictofinterest,
anemployeemaynotserveasanemployee,officer,directororconsultantforacompetitororvendor
without approval of the Vice President of Internal Audit or the General Counsel. For this purpose, we

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considerourcompetitorstobecompaniessuchasWalMartStores,Target,Kmart,Walgreen,RiteAid,
CVSCaremark,FamilyDollarStores,Freds,the99OnlyStoresandDollarTree.Ifyouknowthatyour
familymemberservesasanemployee,officer,directororconsultanttoacompetitororknownvendor
of Dollar General, you must inform your vice president. Additionally, we may not engage in outside
business activities that divert our time or attention away from our duties without first obtaining our
managersapproval.

BusinessOpportunities
ThroughouremploymentwithDollarGeneral,wemaybecomeawareofbusinessopportunitiesthatwe
arepersonallyinterestedinpursuing.TheseopportunitiesbelongtoourCompanyuntilithasevaluated
and refused them. We may not directly or indirectly compete with Dollar General for business
opportunitiesortakeforourselvesanopportunitywediscoverthroughouremploymentorwhileusing
DollarGeneralpropertyorinformationwithoutobtainingpriorapproval.

PersonalLoansmadebyDollarGeneral
Dollar General may not make or guarantee a personal loan or obligation to or for you or your family
member without Board approval. In addition, federal law generally does not allow our Company to
extendorarrangecreditintheformofapersonalloantoBoardmembersorexecutiveofficers.

ObeyingInsiderTradingLaws
At times, we may have access to information about Dollar General or a business partner that is not
available to the general public. When we hold such inside information, it is illegal to buy or sell that
companys stock or other securities. Inside information is also known as material, nonpublic
information. Information is material if a reasonable investor would consider it important when
deciding to buy, sell or hold stock. Information is nonpublic until it has been disclosed to the public
andsecuritiesmarketshavehadadequatetimetodigesttheinformation.Ifyouhavequestionsabout
whetherinformationismaterialornonpublic,orwhethertherehasbeenaninadvertentdisclosureof
suchinformation,contacttheGeneralCounselpromptly.
InsidertradingviolatesnotonlyourCode,butalsoU.S.securitieslaws.Anyonewhoengagesininsider
tradingissubjecttodisciplinaryactionandpotentialcriminalprosecution.Tohelpreducetheriskofa
violation, all employees must obtain permission from our General Counsel before buying or selling
DollarGeneralspubliclytradednotes.PleaseconsultourInsiderTradingPolicyformoreinformation.
Tipping also violates insider trading laws and our Code. Tipping occurs when you disclose inside
informationtosomeoneandthatpersontradesasecuritybasedonthatinformation.Youmaybeliable
for insider trading even if you didnt personally make any trades! You must not disclose inside
informationtoanyoneoutsideofDollarGeneral,includingyourfamilymembersandfriends.Youalso
shouldntdiscussthisinformationwithfellowemployeesunlesstheyhaveabusinessneedtoknow.
Insider trading laws are complicated. If you have any questions about the information you hold or
insidertradingingeneral,contacttheGeneralCounsel.

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ServingOurCommunities:ForOurCommunitiesASpiritofInvolvement
FollowingAntiCorruptionLaws
Anticorruptionlawsaredesignedtopreventbriberyofforeignofficials.Asresponsiblemembersofour
business communities, we must follow these laws wherever we do business. We may never offer,
attempttooffer,authorizeorpromiseanybribeorkickbacktoagovernmentofficialinordertowinor
keep business. Its important to note that we may not hire a third party to do something that we
ethicallycantdoourselves.Wearestillviolatinganticorruptionlawsifweengageathirdpartytooffer
abribeorkickback.
Wealsomayneverofferacommercialbribe.Inotherwords,wemaynotofferanythingthatexceeds
nominal or token value to a vendor, customer or anyone working on their behalf with the intent of
winningorretainingbusiness.
Anticorruption laws are complex, and the consequences for violating these laws are severe. Before
giving anything of value to an individual or entity that may be a foreign government official, or if you
haveotherconcernsrelatingtoanticorruptionlawsingeneral,contacttheLawDepartment.

Bribe:Anythingofvalue,suchascashpayments,gifts,entertainmentorotherbusinesscourtesies(see
GiftsandEntertainmentabove),giveninanattempttoswayapersonsbusinessactionsordecisions.
Kickback:Returnofasumalreadypaidorduetobepaidaspartofalegalcontract,asarewardfor
makingorfosteringbusinessarrangements.
Governmentofficial:Federal,stateorlocalgovernmentemployees,officialsandemployeesofforeign
governments,politicalcandidatesorevenemployeesofgovernmentownedbusinesses.Beawarethat,
outsidetheUnitedStates,thosewhoworkfortheprivatesectormayalsobeconsideredgovernment
officials.
Commercialbribery:Apersonfromonecompanyprovidingabribeorkickbacktoapersonfrom
anothercompanytoobtainbusiness.

AbidingbyAntiBoycottLaws
While working on behalf of Dollar General, we may be asked to boycott businesses from another
country. These requests are often hard to recognize and may be hidden in letters of credit, invoices,
shipping instructions or other contract documents. We are strictly prohibited from participating in
boycottsnotrecognizedbytheUnitedStatesorprovidinginformationinconnectionwithsuchboycotts.
You must notify the Law Department immediately of a request to participate in any way with an
unsanctionedboycott.

ProtectingtheEnvironment
We must comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations in effect wherever we do
business. Each of us must report improper handling or disposal of regulated materials or chemical
wastes. We must also report any activity that may violate environmental laws. If you have questions
aboutthispolicy,contacttheLawDepartment.

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GettingInvolvedinOurCommunities
We must engage in any personal political or charitable activities in our own name and at our own
expense. We may not imply that our donation of time, resources or money to a political cause,
candidate,partyorcommitteeisfromorendorsedbyDollarGeneral.IfourCompanychoosestomakea
politicalcontributiononitsownbehalf,itwilldoso.Whenyouhaveyourmanagerspriorapproval,you
may use the Companys time, assets or name to pursue Companyapproved charitable programs. All
politicalandcharitablecontributionsmadeusingCompanyassets,includingcash,merchandiseandin
store collections, must be approved in advance by the Community Initiatives Department and comply
withallapplicablelaws.

ChoosingEthicalVendors
We must always consider a vendors commitment to our ethical values before awarding it our
Companysbusiness.Inparticular,vendorsareexpectedto:

Makecommitmentstheycankeepandneverexaggeratetheircapabilities;
Conductbusinessethicallyandlawfully;
ProvidecompleteinformationwhennegotiatingorcontractingwithDollarGeneral;
ProtecttheconfidentialityofDollarGeneralsinformation;
Notify Dollar General about circumstances potentially affecting performance, quality, cost,
availabilityorscheduling;
Stand behind their products and services, manufacturing all products according to Dollar
Generalspoliciesorthelaw,whicheverisstricter;
Use business courtesies, if at all, only to improve business relations, not to create a sense of
obligationortoinfluenceabusinessdecision;
ComplywiththestandardsandprinciplesinourCode,particularlythoseregardingharassment
anddiscrimination,andanyotherstandardsandpoliciesDollarGeneralrequiresofitsvendors;
and
Respecttheintellectualpropertyandotherlegalrightsofthirdparties.

If you suspect a vendor is not complying with these criteria, notify the Internal Audit Department.
Dependinguponthesituation,DollarGeneralmaydiscontinuetherelationship.

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Conclusion
FollowingOtherLaws
Toberelativelyshortandreadable,ourCodedoesnotdiscussallthelawsandregulationsgoverningour
business. These topics are addressed in other Dollar General policies and procedures, as well as our
EmployeeHandbook.Youareexpectedtobefamiliarwithsignificantlawsorregulationsgoverningyour
job function. Contact the Law Department whenever you have questions about the legality of any
businessconduct.

EnforcingOurCode
Our Board approves this Code and is responsible for its general oversight. Our senior officers are
responsibleformonitoringandenforcingthisCodewithintheirareasofresponsibility,butallmanagers
are expected to build and maintain a culture of compliance, as discussed under the section titled
HigherExpectationsforManagers.

AmendingandWaivingOurCode
We must all disclose certain matters or obtain approval or a waiver when required by our Code.
Disclosingamatterdoesnotabsolveyoufromobtainingtheappropriateapprovalorwaiverwhenitis
required.
OnlyourBoardoraBoardcommitteemayamendthisCode.DollarGeneralwillwaiveaCodeprovision
infrequently,ifatall,andonlywhenwarranted.WaiversofourCodeforBoardmembersandofficers
maybemadeonlybytheBoardoraBoardcommitteeandwillbepubliclydisclosedwhenrequiredby
regulationorlaw.WaiversforallotheremployeesmaybemadebytheVicePresidentofInternalAudit
ortheGeneralCounsel.TheBoardoraBoardcommitteemayresolveanyambiguitieswithinourCode.
ResolutionofanambiguitywillnotbedeemedawaiverofanyofourCodesprovisions.

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Certification&DisclosureForm

Icertifythat:

IhavereadServingOthers:DollarGeneralsCodeofBusinessConductandEthics(ourCode).
IwillcomplywithourCodesrequirementsandwithanylawsandregulationsthatapplytomy
workatDollarGeneral.
IwillimmediatelyreportpossibleCodeviolationstotheERC,ortoanotherappropriatecontact
identifiedinourCode.
Ihavelistedbelow(andonanyattachedpages)allpotentialconflictsofinterest(explainedon
pages 1014 of this Code) I may have with Dollar General, regardless of whether or not the
potentialconflicthasbeenpreviouslydisclosedorapproved.IfIleavethisspaceblank,Icertify
thatIhavenothingtoreport.

Ihavelistedbelow(andonanyattachedpages)anyethicalconcernsIfeelDollarGeneralshould
know about. If I leave this space blank, I certify that I have no ethical concerns to report that
havenotbeenreportedthroughamethodidentifiedinourCode.

Iunderstandandagreethat:

OurCoderepresentsCompanypolicy.
MysignatureisarequirementofmyemploymentwithDollarGeneral.
IcanbedisciplinedforaCodeviolationandcanlosemyjobevenforafirstoffense.
Nothing in our Code creates an express or implied contract of employment or modifies the
employmentatwillrelationshipwithDollarGeneral.

Signature

Date

Position

PrintName

EmployeeIdentificationNumber

Return the completed Certification and Disclosure Form

to the Imaging Department in Integrity Place.

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ContactInformation

Ifyouknoworsuspectthatyouorsomeoneelsehasexperiencedharassmentordiscrimination,please
contactyourmanageroroneoftheresourcesbelow:

AlternativeDisputeResolution(ADR)
EmployeeResponseCenter(ERC)
(800)2975527
(888)2374114

ThroughoutthisCode,wehavereferredtovariouspersonsorhotlinestocontactincertainsituations.
Pleasedonthesitatetoraisequestionsandconcernswithanyofthecontactslistedonthispage.

EmployeeResponseCenter(ERC)
ShrinkTipHotline
(888)2374114
(800)3349338

RiskManagementHotline
WhistleblowerHotline
(800)4569446
(800)3349338(US)
(800)962172(HK)

Youalsocanreachallofthecontactsbelowbymailat100MissionRidge,Goodlettsville,TN37072.

ChiefExecutiveOfficer(CEO)
BoardorAuditCommitteeChairman
(615)8555542
c/oGeneralCounsel

ChiefFinancialOfficer(CFO)
GeneralCounsel/LawDepartment
(615)8555506
(615)8555160

Controller
InternalAuditDepartment
(615)8554813
(615)8554181

InvestorRelations
CorporateCommunications
(615)8555525
(615)8555209

CommunityInitiatives

(615)8555208

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