Internal Affairs and Complaints

Processes for accepting, investigating, and resolving complaints.

Internal affairs or professional standards policy explains how complaints are received, categorized, investigated, and resolved. It usually defines complaint classifications, investigator responsibilities, timelines, and possible findings. Important exam topics include how officers must handle citizen complaints, reporting requirements, protections for complainants, and the roles of supervisors versus internal affairs.

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