Date of Offense
Offense(s)
Official Statement
Terminated:
Demoted:
Suspended: Yes
# of Days Suspended: 8
Sustained Charge: Neglect of Duty N.J.A.C. 4A:2-2.3(a)7
Description: This involves a 2018 IA case that was appealed to the OAL. The appeal was withdrawn in 2022. Sergeant Leininger conducted an unauthorized and improper investigation of a Superior Officer from in or about 2017 through 2018 during work time for the purpose of aiding a personal lawsuit against the Employer and the subsequent failure to follow the Chain of Command. The penalty was 8 days suspension.