US Police Departments > Iowa > Des Moines County Sheriff's Office
Last updated: August 1, 2024
Below, you’ll find detailed instructions for filing a formal compliment or complaint about the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office. We aim to make this process as straightforward and transparent as possible while informing you about potential barriers.
This department offers a user-friendly online submission form. You can access it directly through the buttons below.
Share your positive experience or commend a Des Moines County Sheriff's Office officer or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
Submit your complaint against a Des Moines County Sheriff's Office officer or employee.
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 reporting access features available for the Des Moines County Sheriff's Office. These features highlight the available options and potential requirements for submitting your feedback.
 | The Iowa Office of Ombudsman offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Des Moines County Sheriff's Office officers. |
| 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. |
| There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Iowa Office of Ombudsman after a police incident. |
