How to Share a Compliment or File a Complaint: Columbus Police Officer Feedback Guide

Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against a Columbus Police officer. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.

Share a Compliment for Outstanding Service

Share positive feedback or commend a Columbus Police officer or employee.

Send a Compliment

Report an issue with this link.

File a Complaint Against a Police Officer

The Columbus Police Department offers an easy-to-use online form for filing complaints against officers or employees. Submit your complaint by clicking the button below.

File a Complaint

Report an issue with this link.

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Columbus Police Department Columbus Police Department Office of Professional Standards Information

This is the internal affairs office for the Columbus Police Department. They are responsible for collecting and investigating police conduct reports from the community.

Contact the Columbus Police Department for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports.

Contact Information
No address was found in our research.
Phone: (706) 653-3105

Community Feedback Features for the Columbus Police Department

Below is a summary of the Columbus Police Department's community feedback features. These highlight your options and potential requirements for submitting complaints, compliments, and other feedback.

Online Submission Form

The Internal Affairs Office offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Columbus Police Department officers.

Dedicated Webpage for Filing Information

The Internal Affairs Office has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report.

Homepage Link to Conduct Reporting Information

The Columbus Police Department homepage provides a clearly labeled link to information about filing a complaint.

Does Not Accept Anonymous Police Conduct Reports

Caution: The Internal Affairs Office does not accept anonymous police complaints.

Why do some departments not accept anonymous complaints?
Some police departments require complainants to identify themselves to ensure the complaint is genuine or to follow up on an investigation.

Many departments and oversight agencies, however, do accept anonymous complaints to encourage more people to provide feedback without fear of retaliation.

No In-Person Signature or Notary Required to File

Community members can submit complaints without an in-person signature or notarization.

No Filing Deadlines

There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Internal Affairs Office after a police incident.