Following an investigation, gross misconduct allegations against a former police officer have been upheld at a disciplinary hearing. The hearing, which took place on 5 and 6 April at Sussex Police headquarters, was overseen by an Independent Legally Qualified Chair (LQC) who determined that the officer would remain anonymous.
LQCs are selected from a pool of independent, legally qualified individuals and are governed by Police Conduct Regulations. Their role is to ensure transparency and proportionality in misconduct hearings, and they work with the Association of Police and Crime Commissioners to achieve this.
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