Dallas County |
Code of Ordinances |
Part II. County Administrative Policies And Procedures |
Appendix A. Sheriff's Department Civil Service Rules And Regulations |
Sheriff's Department Civil Service Commission Rules Of Practice Scope Of Rules |
§ 4.51. Procedure
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Both parties will have an opportunity to provide an opening statement, present and cross-examine witnesses and make a closing argument. Because the department has the burden of proof, the department will proceed first in each instance. The department is required to present its witnesses first in order to justify the disciplinary action taken.