95.470 Prohibition of political activity for police and fire departments in cities of
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home rule class and urban-county governments.
(1)No person shall be appointed a member of the police or fire department in cities of
the home rule class or urban-county governments on account of any political
service, contribution, sentiment or affiliation. No member shall be dismissed,
suspended or reduced in grade or pay for any political opinion.
(2)The appointment and continuance in office of members of the police or fire
department shall depend solely upon their ability and willingness to enforce the law
and comply with the rules of the department, and shall not be a reward for political
activity or contribution to campaign funds.
(3)No member of either department shall be forced to pay or collect any assessments
made by political organizations, contribute to political campaign funds, or be active
in politics.
(4)No member of either department shall be active in politics or work for the election
of candidates while on duty.