Counsel of Employees. If civil or criminal proceedings are brought against an employee, alleging that he/she committed an assault and/or battery arising out of his/her employment, such employee may request that the Board provide legal counsel. Upon finding that the employee was acting pursuant to Board policy and within administrative guidelines, the Board shall provide legal counsel of its selection to defend the employee in such proceedings through the Circuit Court level. The Board shall not be obligated to provide legal counsel in any appeal brought by the employee beyond the Circuit Court level.
