Montana Code - 7-32-2107. Tenure for deputy sheriffs

7-32-2107. Tenure for deputy sheriffs -- grounds for termination of employment -- restrictions on evaluations.

(1) A deputy sheriff shall continue in service until relieved of employment in the manner provided in this part and only for one or more of the following specified causes:

(a) conviction of a felony subsequent to the commencement of employment;

(b) willful disobedience of an order or orders given by the sheriff;

(c) drinking intoxicating liquor while in uniform or while on official duty or being intoxicated in a public place while in uniform or while on official duty;

(d) sleeping while on duty;

(e) incapacity materially affecting ability to perform official duties; or

(f) gross inefficiency in the performance of official duties.

(2) Quotas for investigative stops, citations, or arrests may not be established and may not be used in evaluating deputies

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http://data.opi.mt.gov/bills/mca/7/32/7-32-2107.htm

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