Civil Service Commission of Philadelphia v. Putz

Opinion by President Judge Crumlish, Jr.,

James Putz was dismissed from the Philadelphia Police Department and the City Civil Service Commission (Commission) upheld his discharge. The Philadelphia County Common Pleas Court reversed the Commissions decision. The Commission appeals; we vacate the Common Pleas Court order and remand to the Commission.

The Police Department dismissed Putz for violating regulations, as follows:

1.75 — Conduct Unbecoming An Officer:

On 8-8-81, at 3:53 A.M., you did violate Departmental Directive No. 10 when you fired your service revolver, grievously injuring Anthony…