State ex rel. Stewart v. Reed

OPINION

By ROSS, P. J.:

The Mayor of the City of Lockland served upon the Chief of Police of that City an order of removal, stating therein three grounds for the action so taken. The Chief of Police filed with the Mayor and Safety Director an answer and explanation. The explanation was not considered satisfactory by the removing authority and appeal was taken by the Chief of Police to the Civil Service Commission of such City. An extended hearing was held. Both the City and the- Chief of Police were represented by capable counsel. The hearing was conducted along lines consistent with judicial…