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Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against a Des Moines County Sheriff's deputy. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.
Share positive feedback or commend a Des Moines County Sheriff's deputy or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
The Des Moines County Sheriff's Office offers an easy-to-use online form for filing complaints against deputies or employees. Submit your complaint by clicking the button below.
Report an issue with this link.
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This civilian oversight agency collects police conduct reports about the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office. We recommend that community members file formal compliments or complaints with this office using the methods mentioned above.
Contact the Iowa Office of Ombudsman for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports about the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office.
| Address: 1112 East Grand |
| Phone: (515) 281-3592 |
| Website: Iowa Office of Ombudsman |
A civilian oversight agency is an independent body that reviews, investigates, or audits the activities of law enforcement agencies. These agencies focus on handling community members' complaints and work to ensure police transparency. They also provide an alternative way for citizens to report issues, helping to build trust between the community and the police.
Below is a summary of the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office's community feedback features. These highlight your options and potential requirements for submitting complaints, compliments, and other feedback.
 | The Iowa Office of Ombudsman offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Des Moines County Sheriff's Office deputies. |
| The Iowa Office of Ombudsman has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report. |
 | The Des Moines County Sheriff's Office homepage does not provide a clearly labeled link to information about filing a complaint. |
 | Caution: The Iowa Office of Ombudsman 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 Iowa Office of Ombudsman after a police incident. |
