7-32-2109. Right to hearing on termination of deputy sheriff’s employment. (1) A deputy sheriff whose employment is terminated has a right of appeal:

Terms Used In Montana Code 7-32-2109

  • Appeal: A request made after a trial, asking another court (usually the court of appeals) to decide whether the trial was conducted properly. To make such a request is "to appeal" or "to take an appeal." One who appeals is called the appellant.

(a)to the district court of the county where the deputy was employed; or

(b)pursuant to the terms of a grievance procedure contained in a collective bargaining agreement if the deputy sheriff is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

(2)The appeal to the district court must be made within 30 days from the date of the termination of employment.