Washington v. State Personnel Board

Opinion

SPARKS, J.

In this case we examine the standard of review for disciplinary actions taken against employees of the California State University and Cblleges. We hold that the substantial evidence rule applies. We further hold that dismissal is an appropriate penalty for the attempted theft of public property by such a governmental employee.

Plaintiff’s employment with California State University, Sacramento (real party in interest), was terminated. An administrative hearing judge conducted a hearing, then issued findings of facts, and a proposed decision, sustaining the dismissal. Both the…