Code of Massachusetts Regulations 812 CMR - CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
812 CMR refers to the Code of Massachusetts Regulations Title 812, which contains the rules and procedures of the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission (CSC).
🔎 Overview of 812 CMR – Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission is an independent agency responsible for overseeing the state's civil service system, which applies to many public employees at the state and local level. The Commission ensures fair hiring and promotion practices and adjudicates appeals from civil service employees.
Key Topics Covered in 812 CMR:
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| 812 CMR 1.00 | Rules of Practice and Procedure – Governs how the Commission handles appeals, hearings, motions, and decisions. |
| Appeals Process | Includes procedures for appealing disciplinary actions (suspension, demotion, termination), bypasses in hiring or promotion, and classification issues. |
| Hearing Procedures | Describes how adjudicatory hearings are conducted, including the rights of appellants, submission of evidence, and issuance of decisions. |
| Motions and Discovery | Provides guidelines on pre-hearing motions, discovery rights, and document exchange. |
| Final Decisions | Includes rules on Commission findings, remedies, and enforcement of decisions. |
Example Cases Heard by the CSC:
A firefighter challenging a bypass for promotion.
A state employee contesting an unfair termination.
A police officer appealing disciplinary action.
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