State could change pension laws and reduce benefits for those who had not yet reached eligibility status, but could not adversely affect those who retired or could have retired. Baker v. Okla. Deputy fire chief's pension should be calculated on the pay rate of his highest civil service rank, not his exempt bank. Jackson Firefighters Assn. Deputy fire chief, convicted of pay-offs for his promotion, not entitled to retirement pay based on promotional ranks.
City can unilaterally require firefighters and police to increase their pension contributions.
Employee entitled to higher pension than legally due if city mistakenly informed him of the amount due if he retired. Disabled employee could switch to ordinary retirement pension when he reached eligible age. Court action in setting aside a felony conviction does not restore former employee's right to a pension. City could not deny firearms permit to disabled police officer without a hearing and a showing of cause. New Jersey Supreme Court sets a precise standard of review.