Yunker v. Porter County Sheriff's Merit Board

Appellant Alfred A. Yunker appeals from the trial court’s judicial review of the administrative decision of the Porter County Sheriff’s Merit Board recommending the dismissal of Officer Yunker for various acts of official misconduct.

The issues raised in this appeal involve the propriety of certain procedures utilized by the administrative board. These asserted irregularities concern the sufficiency of notice; the failure to inform appellant of his right to counsel; denial of the right to meet and cross-examine witnesses; to present evidence in his own behalf and to be heard by an impartial…