Written by In 2003, Officer Steven E. Kraus was demoted from his probationary promotion to sergeant back to patrol officer due to performance issues. Kraus contested the demotion, arguing he was entitled to a ‘just cause’ hearing under Wisconsin Statute § 62.13(5)(em). The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that such a hearing was not required for demotions during probationary periods based on performance evaluations, as they are considered non-disciplinary actions.
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