Following several investigations, a special election, and a formal recommendation for her removal from office, San Mateo County supervisors will vote Tuesday to force out Sheriff Christina Corpus.

Finding that she reportedly violated conflict-of-interest laws and retaliated against deputies who challenged her authority, retired Santa Clara County Superior Court Judge James Emerson found cause for Corpus’ removal on four charges while dismissing more than a dozen others, most involving retaliation claims by employees who opposed her leadership.

The opinion, issued last Monday after a 10-day public hearing was conducted in August, is advisory only. It comes more than a year after sheriff’s union members accused Corpus of corruption, misconduct, and conflicts of interest.

Related Articles

See Full Page