Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against a Rochester Police officer. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.
Share positive feedback or commend a Rochester Police officer or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
The Rochester Police Department offers an easy-to-use online form for filing complaints against officers or employees. Submit your complaint by clicking the button below.
Report an issue with this link.
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This is the internal affairs office for the Rochester Police Department. They are responsible for collecting and investigating police conduct reports from the community.
Contact the Rochester Police Department for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports.
Address: 846 South Clinton Avenue | |
Phone: (585) 428-7131 |
Below is a summary of the Rochester 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 Rochester Police Department officers. |
The Internal Affairs Office has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report. |
The Rochester 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. |
Caution: An in-person signature or notary is required to file complaints against Rochester Police Department officers.
Why do some departments require complaints to be
notarized or filed at a police station?
I don't want to file in person. What are my alternatives? |
There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Internal Affairs Office after a police incident. |