(A) Any deputy sheriff may be removed, suspended, or laid off by the Sheriff for any cause which will promote the efficiency of the department. Except when an appointment is revoked during the probationary period described in division (E), the Sheriff shall furnish the deputy with a written statement of the reason why the action was taken.
(B) Except for the revocation of an appointment pursuant to division (E), every action in the nature of a dismissal, suspension or reduction made, by the Sheriff shall be subject to review by the Merit Board at the request of any deputy sheriff affected by the provisions of this subchapter.
(C) Any citizen who makes written charges of misconduct, under oath, concerning the actions of any deputy sheriff covered by the provisions of this subchapter shall present the charges to the Sheriff, who shall investigate the charges. The Sheriff shall determine what action, if any, shall be taken against the deputy, subject to the limitations set out in this subchapter. The citizens may appeal the determination of the Sheriff to the Board.
(Ord. 09-98-02, passed 9-29-98)