(a) In any criminal complaint or criminal investigation case involving a Lewisburg public official or employee as a victim, defendant and/or other interested party, the Mayor is authorized on behalf of the Village, to see that said case receives an independent review, and if appropriate, investigation and/or prosecution.
(b) The Mayor is authorized to refer cases covered by this section to the County Sheriff’s Department, the County Prosecutor’s office, or to retain a Special Investigator or Special Prosecutor where appropriate.
(c) Nothing contained in this section shall require the Mayor to use an independent review, investigation and/or prosecutorial process on cases involving Lewisburg public officials or employees; however, the process authorized by this section is intended to promote governmental harmony and lesson the likelihood of abuse.
(Ord. 1996-18. Passed 10-18-96.)