How to File a Compliment or Complaint about the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office

Last updated: July 17, 2024

Below, you’ll find detailed instructions for filing a formal compliment or complaint about the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office. We aim to make this process as straightforward and transparent as possible while informing you about potential barriers.

Filing Your Compliment or Complaint

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 San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office officer or employee.

Download Compliment Form

Report an issue with this link.

Submit your complaint against a San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office officer or employee.

Download Complaint Form

Report an issue with this link.

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San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office Internal Affairs Division Information

This is the internal affairs office for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office. They are responsible for collecting and investigating police conduct reports from the community.

Contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports.

Contact Information
No address was found in our research.
Phone: (909) 387-3726

Reporting Access Features for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office

Below is a summary of the reporting access features available for the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office. These features highlight the available options and potential requirements for submitting your feedback.

Online Submission Form

The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office does not yet offer an online submission form to file compliments and complaints.

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PDF Police Conduct Reporting Form

Download and print the Internal Affairs Office's PDF reporting form.

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 San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office 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 Filing Deadlines

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