On September 7, 2009, Officers Maxwell Battle, Samantha Puckett and Daren Haider were hired by the Billings Police Department as probationary Police Officers. According to MCA 7-32-4113, their probationary period is for one year from date of hire. At this time the officers have completed their one year probation and, according to state statute, their names are to be submitted to City Council within 30 days for confirmation. All of the supervisor comments concerning the officers’ performance are positive, indicate that they are doing a good job and recommend confirmation.

City staff recommends Officers Maxwell Battle, Samantha Puckett and Daren Haider be confirmed as Billings Police Officers.