demotion

Like other women who have reported misconduct, she said she has mostly learned to tune out the office gossip and rumors about her demotion.

Data shows demotions are not common, and her case has sparked controversy within the ranks of the department.

The punishments included everything from terminations to demotions to suspensions.

Though the department seeks to discipline dozens of deputies each quarter, a review of disciplinary data posted online show demotions are not common.

Staff and faculty are subject to written censure, demotion, suspension without pay and dismissal, among other sanctions.