People v. Hardrick

Defendant was convicted, following a bench trial, of the common-law offense of misconduct in office. MCL 750.505. He was sentenced to two years’ probation. Defendant appeals as of right, and we affirm.

In January 1997, preparations began for the administration of promotional examinations for the ranks of investigator, sergeant, and lieutenant in the Detroit Police Department. A test developmental area was created. A steel door with a separate alarm system contained the area. Shredders were on site and individuals were precluded from taking any documentation from the area. The tests were…