5ASuspension from duty pending decision in relation to misconduct

#### 5A Suspension from duty pending decision in relation to misconduct 5A Suspension from duty pending decision in relation to misconduct > > (1) If of the opinion that there may be grounds for an Officer’s removal from office, the Senior Public Defender may suspend the Officer from duty pending a decision being made as to whether or not he or she should be so removed. > > > (2) If the Senior Public Defender so directs, any salary payable to the Officer in relation to the period during which he or she is under suspension is to be withheld. > > > (3) If the Officer is removed from office, any salary so withheld is forfeited to the State unless the Senior Public Defender otherwise directs. > > > (4) A suspension imposed under this clause may be removed by the Senior Public Defender at any time.