Complaint Process
Complaints against Police Department employees may be voiced through the Complaint Review Committee of the Human Relations Commission. The Complaint Review Committee also hears appeals for complaints filed directly with the Police Department.
The Citizen Complaint Process
The Complaint Review Committee and the Police Department encourage any citizen who believes he or she has a valid grievance to file a report. Only by knowing about these incidents can the Police Department properly investigate and take the appropriate action to address them. The Internal Affairs Unit of the Greensboro Police Department oversees allegations of misconduct or rules violations by Police Department employees. Internal Affairs provides citizens with a procedure to present their concerns directly to the Police Department and a system that protects officers from false charges and unwarranted criticism.
Complaint Review Brochure (English)
Complaint Review Brochure (Spanish)
Complaint Review Brochure (Vietnamese)
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Why File a Complaint?
Law enforcement personnel must enforce the law in a fair and impartial manner, protecting the rights of all parties involved, in what can too often be dangerous and complex situations. You should file a Complaint to protect your rights and interests as a private citizen.
When Should You File a Complaint?
If you feel that you have been treated improperly, you should file a complaint to ensure that Police Department employees perform their jobs in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Department.
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