State, Ex Rel. Patrick v. Baldine

On July 7,1950, respondent Baldine, Mayor of the village of Hubbard, orally suspended relator, an appointed member of its police department, for 30 days commencing July 10, 1950, without lodging any written or oral charge against him.

On July 15, 1950, respondent wrote relator as follows :

“Joseph G. Patrick, Jr.

‘ ‘ 27 W. Park Avenue

“Hubbard, Ohio

“Dear Mr. Patrick:

“Kindly be advised effective as of July 11, 1950, you are hereby being suspended thirty days for disciplin ary reasons. Also turn in your badges and other police credentials to Police Chief Earl Greer.

“Respectfully yours,

“Joseph J.…