Complaint Procedure

It is the policy of the Pittsfield Township Police Department to investigate all allegations and complaints of misconduct against any member of the police department. Proper adherence to the provisions of this policy will resolve disputes and facilitate prompt and equitable corrective disciplinary action.

1. To make a complaint against a Pittsfield Township Police Department employee, notification should be made to a department supervisor or the Director of Public Safety:

- by coming in person to the police department; or

- by writing; or

- by telephone

2. Letters or telephone calls can be anonymous. Any complaint received by any member of the police department is directed to the Director of Public Safety.

3. All complaints are documented by a police department supervisor, based on the information provided.

4. Persons making a complaint are encouraged to provide a written account of the incident to avoid conflicts in interpretation.

5. A copy of all complaints and the resulting investigation will be routed to the Director's Office for review and resolution.

6. Notification will be made to the reporting party informing them of the results of the departmental investigation. If the complainant did not give an address or phone number, notification cannot be made; however, you can maintain contact with administration personnel to check back on how your complaint was resolved.

Commendation Procedure