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‘It is not illegal to teach drunk’: Charges dropped against 2nd grade teacher accused of being intoxicated in class (lawandcrime.com)

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While the District Attorney’s Office agrees that it is highly inappropriate to teach while intoxicated, it is, unfortunately, not illegal.”

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[-] Kolanaki@yiffit.net 7 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

It might not be illegal, but being drunk on the job is a legally valid grounds for dismissal. Unless they have tenure... Then I'm not sure. 🤔

[-] bitchkat@lemmy.world 11 points 2 weeks ago

Would you rather be fired or be fired and facing legal consequences?

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