How to Share a Compliment or File a Complaint: Santa Clara County Sheriff's Deputy Feedback Guide

Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against a Santa Clara County Sheriff's deputy. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.

Share a Compliment for Outstanding Service

Share positive feedback or commend a Santa Clara County Sheriff's deputy or employee.

Send a Compliment

Report an issue with this link.

File a Complaint Against a Sheriff's Deputy

The Santa Clara 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.

File a Complaint

Report an issue with this link.

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Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office Internal Affairs Office Information

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

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

Reporting Access Features for the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office

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

Online Submission Form

The Internal Affairs Office offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office deputies.

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 Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office homepage does not provide 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.