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1. Who does the Professional Compliance Unit respond to?

The Professional Compliance Unit reports directly to the Chief of Police.

2. Is there any risk in making a complaint against a Police employee?

Unless you deliberately make a false complaint against any employee, which can lead to you being prosecuted criminally and/or held civilly liable, no.

3. What time limits do I have to make a complaint?

In order to conduct a thorough investigation, your complaint should be filed immediately following the incident, or as soon as possible.

4. What are the possible outcomes of a disciplinary investigation?

• Unfounded - Evidence does not support the allegation.
• Exonerated - The allegation is true, but it was lawful and proper.
• Not Sustained - There is insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation.
• Sustained - There is sufficient evidence to conclude the allegation occurred.
• Policy Failure - The complaint has merit although the action of the employee did not violate policy.
• Withdrawn -The complainant withdrew the allegation.
• Incomplete -The investigation could not be thoroughly or properly investigated. This may be caused by lack of cooperation by the complainant or witnesses, the absence of a critical interview, which was necessary to proceed with the investigation, or the available physical evidence or witnesses’ statements are insufficient to adjudicate the complaint.

5. Will I be notified on the status of my complaint?

Yes. You will be notified of the outcome at the conclusion of the investigation. If you have questions during the investigation, you may contact the Professional Compliance Unit Captain or Sergeant at 305-474-1678.