Peace Officer Grievance Arbitration Award Summaries

Becker County & Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.

Arbitrator Stephen D. Swanson

Issue: Discharge

Sheriff Deputy discharged for violating Sheriff's Dept policies, county personnel policies, and Minnesota POST Board policies when he engaged in a dangerous profanity and vulgarity laden shouting match when responding to a call at a private residence.

Denied. Termination upheld. In spite of positive service record, the grievant did not use his de-escalation tactics. His behavior was intentional, dangerous and totally unacceptable. Concern that a repeat would threaten safety of public.