Sec. 6.
The mayor may suspend any policeman or nightwatchman on the complaint in writing and under oath of any citizen or on his own motion for a period of not longer than 30 days for neglect of duty, misconduct, or other sufficient cause. At a public hearing before such mayor, as provided for in section 3 of chapter 7 of this act, if such mayor shall be satisfied of the guilt of such policeman or nightwatchman, then it shall be the duty of such mayor to remove such officer from office. After such removal the mayor shall report such action to the council at its next regular meeting and his reasons therefor.
History: 1895, Act 215, Eff. Aug. 30, 1895 ;-- CL 1897, 3121 ;-- Am. 1899, Act 136, Imd. Eff. June 21, 1899 ;-- Am. 1907, Act 320, Eff. Sept. 28, 1907 ;-- CL 1915, 3035 ;-- CL 1929, 1959 ;-- CL 1948, 92.6 Compiler's Notes: For provisions of section 3 of chapter 7, referred to in this section, see MCL 87.3.
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapters 81 - 113 - Fourth Class Cities
Act 215 of 1895 - The Fourth Class City Act (81.1 - 113.20)
215-1895-XII - Chapter XII Police. (92.1...92.6)
Section 92.1 - Policemen; Watchmen.
Section 92.2 - Policemen; Rules, Regulations; Temporary Appointments.
Section 92.3 - City Marshal; Duties.
Section 92.4 - Police Officers; Powers; Duties.
Section 92.4a - Police Officer or Constable; Authority to Execute Bench Warrant.
Section 92.5 - Police Force; Fees, Compensation; Monthly Report.