The appellant police officer appealed a finding of guilt for discreditable conduct and the resulting penalty of dismissal.
The officer had arrested a civilian for mischief after the civilian refused to provide identification while rummaging through garbage.
The Commission upheld the finding that the arrest was unlawful, as the officer admitted he made the arrest solely to obtain identification and knew there was no evidence to support a mischief charge.
The Commission also upheld the penalty of dismissal, noting the officer's prior disciplinary record, his admission that he would repeat his actions, and his poor attitude toward the public and discipline.
