PURPOSE
To provide a written
directive that describes the general provisions of a complaint or allegation.
POLICY
The department has an
obligation to investigate all allegations of misconduct or complaints made
against a police officer. All
allegations will be
reviewed.
Complaints or
allegations of misconduct may be presented by supervisory or commanding
officers, other officers or employees
of this department,
citizens and members of the general public or public officials.
Anonymous complaints shall be accepted by
phone, mail, or in
person from the one who receives it.
However, such allegations must be reported to the Director/ Chief of
Police and will only
be investigated at the discretion of the Director/Chief of Police.
All allegations or
complaints of misconduct shall be accepted and forwarded without unnecessary
delay to the Director/Chief
of Police.
All investigations into alleged employee misconduct require prior
approval from the Director/Chief of Police.
A copy of a signed complaint against the officer shall be given to the officer within a reasonable time after the complaint is filed.
Officers will be given the opportunity to rebut such allegations and will be provided with the Garrity Warning. Disciplinary action
may not be taken against the officer unless a copy of the signed complaint is given to the officer. Texas Government Code
Section 614.023 (Copy of Complaint to be given to Officer or Employee.)
(Above is a section of the actual policy)