Ohio Revised Code section 2921.15 prohibits a person from “knowingly filing a complaint against a peace officer that alleges that the peace officer engaged in misconduct in the performance of the officer’s duties if the person knows that the allegation is false.” A violation of the prohibition is the offense of “making a false allegation of peace officer misconduct” and is a misdemeanor of the first degree.
Every citizen has the right to make a complaint against an employee of the Police Department. A complaint may be made to any supervisor. A complaint may be made in person, by telephone, by mail, or by a person not directly involved in the incident. Complaints may also be made anonymously. The Department will release to the complaining party a copy of his or her own statement upon request.
Once a complaint is received, the following procedure is followed:
1. The complaint is forward to the Command Staff.
2. You will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your complaint.
3. The appropriate supervisor will investigate your complaint.
4. We will notify you of the results of the investigation.
Enter your personal information so we may contact you directly if our investigators have any additional questions and to notify you upon completion of our investigation.
You may remain anonymous by checking the appropriate checkbox if you wish, however, we will have no means to notify you of the outcome of the investigation. If you complete this form on behalf of another, please provide your information in addition to the individual's information on whose behalf you submitting this complaint.
Please fill out the information belowas completely and accurately as possible. This will greatly assist in the investigative process. If you have supporting documentation, e.g. photos, statements, other paperwork etc. please attach at the bottom of this section.