Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against an Austin Police officer. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.
Share positive feedback or commend an Austin Police officer or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
The Austin Police Department offers an easy-to-use online form for filing complaints against officers or employees. Submit your complaint by clicking the button below.
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Below is a summary of the Austin Police Department's community feedback features. These highlight your options and potential requirements for submitting complaints, compliments, and other feedback.
 | The Internal Affairs Office offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Austin Police Department officers. |
| The Internal Affairs Office has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report. |
 | The Austin Police Department homepage does not provide a clearly labeled link to information about filing a complaint. |
 | Caution: The Internal Affairs Office does not accept anonymous police complaints.
Why do some departments not accept anonymous complaints? Many departments and oversight agencies, however, do accept anonymous complaints to encourage more people to provide feedback without fear of retaliation. |
| Community members can submit complaints without an in-person signature or notarization. |
| There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Internal Affairs Office after a police incident. |
