Common use of Formal Hearings Clause in Contracts

Formal Hearings. A formal hearing is one before the Chief which can result in written findings by the Chief which could lead to a disciplinary suspension or discharge. In a formal hearing the City must give the officer a written charge of misconduct at least five days before the hearing. If the officer requests it, the City will give him the following information at least five days before the hearing: 1. All documents, then in its possession, which the City plans to use at the hearing. 2. All other supporting documents, then in its possession, unless the Chief determines not to produce some or all of them. This withholding must not be arbitrary and unjust.

Formal Hearings. A formal hearing is one before the Chief which can result in written findings by the Chief which could lead to a disciplinary suspension or discharge. In a formal hearing the City must give the officer a written charge of misconduct at least five days before the hearing. If the officer requests it, the City will give him them the following information at least five days before the hearing: 1. All documents, then in its possession, which the City plans to use at the hearing. 2. All other supporting documents, then in its possession, unless the Chief determines not to produce some or all of them. This withholding must not be arbitrary and unjust.