(1) In case of infringement of the laws and regulations in force or gross
misconduct, mayors and deputy mayors, after being heard or requested to provide
written explanations on the charges against them, may be suspended by order of the
minister in charge of local authorities for a period not exceeding 3 (three) months.
Beyond such period, they may be rehabilitated or dismissed.
(2) The dismissal referred to in sub-section 1 above shall be ordered by
decree of the President of the Republic.
(3) The suspension orders and the dismissal decree must be reasoned.
(4) Dismissed or impeached mayors and deputy mayors shall keep the status
of municipal councillor.
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Section 225 of the Law No 2019/024 of 24 december 2019 bill to institute the general code of regional and local authorities/akn/cm/act/loi/2019-12-24/2019-024