7-32-2109: Right to hearing on termination of deputy sheriff's employment.

(1) A deputy sheriff whose employment is terminated has a right of appeal:

(a) to the district court of the county where the deputy was employed; or

(b) pursuant to the terms of a grievance procedure contained in a collective bargaining agreement if the deputy sheriff is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

(2) The appeal to the district court must be made within 30 days from the date of the termination of employment.