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Last updated: June 25, 2024
Below, you’ll find detailed instructions for filing a formal compliment or complaint about the Orange County Sheriff's Office. We aim to make this process as straightforward and transparent as possible while informing you about potential barriers.
This department does not offer an online submission form but provides a PDF form for filing complaints or compliments. Please download the form and follow the instructions below.
Share your positive experience or commend a Orange County Sheriff's Office officer or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
Submit your complaint against a Orange 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 Orange County Sheriff's Office. We recommend that community members file formal compliments or complaints with this office using the methods mentioned above.
Contact the Office of Independent Review for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports about the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
| Address: 601 N. Ross St 2nd Floor |
| Phone: (714) 834-2392 |
| Website: Office of Independent Review |
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 Orange County Sheriff's Office. These features highlight the available options and potential requirements for submitting your feedback.
 | The Orange County Sheriff's Office does not yet offer an online submission form to file compliments and complaints.
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 | Download and print the Internal Affairs Office's PDF reporting form. |
| The Office of Independent Review has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report. |
| The Orange County Sheriff's Office 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. |
| There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Office of Independent Review after a police incident. |
