Sec. 14. (a) The division director may, with the approval of the director, discharge, demote, or temporarily suspend an employee of the division, for cause, after preferring charges in writing.
(b) An employee who is discharged or demoted is entitled to a public hearing before the department if the employee demands a hearing within ten (10) days after receiving notice of the charges. The employee may be represented by counsel.
(c) The findings of the department are final, except that the employee may appeal to the appropriate court.
(d) A probationary employee may be discharged without charges being made and is not entitled to a hearing.
(e) A conservation officer may not be discharged because of political affiliation.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-4-7.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.2.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Article 9. Department of Natural Resources
14-9-8-3. Organization of Division
14-9-8-5. Compensation of Director and Conservation Officers
14-9-8-6. Appointment of Director
14-9-8-8. Appointment of Personnel
14-9-8-9. Political Activities Not to Be Required
14-9-8-10. Worker's Compensation
14-9-8-11. Training and Examinations
14-9-8-12. Probationary Employees
14-9-8-13. Ineligibility for Reappointment
14-9-8-14. Discharge, Demotion, or Suspension
14-9-8-15. Uniforms and Equipment
14-9-8-16. Powers and Duties of Conservation Officers
14-9-8-17. Police and Arrest Powers
14-9-8-19. Obstructing, Hindering, or Interfering With Director, Officer, or Employee
14-9-8-20. Cooperation With Law Enforcement Officers; Investigations
14-9-8-21. Conservation Officers Fish and Wildlife Fund
14-9-8-21.5. Conservation Officers Marine Enforcement Fund
14-9-8-22. Retirement of Conservation Officers
14-9-8-23. "Turn in a Poacher" Program
14-9-8-24. Persons Authorized to Enforce Fish and Wildlife Laws
14-9-8-25. Conservation Officers Authorized to Work With Law Enforcement Agencies
14-9-8-27. Conservation Reserve Officer Assisting in Enforcement of Watercraft Laws