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Here’s how to share a compliment or file a complaint against a Santa Cruz Police officer. We aim to simplify the process and inform you of potential filing barriers.
Share positive feedback or commend a Santa Cruz Police officer or employee.
Report an issue with this link.
The Santa Cruz 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 civilian oversight agency collects police conduct reports about the Santa Cruz Police Department. We recommend that community members file formal compliments or complaints with this office using the methods mentioned above.
Contact the Independent Police Auditor for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports about the Santa Cruz Police Department.
| Address: 7142 Trask Ave |
| Phone: (323) 821-0586 |
| Website: Independent Police Auditor |
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 Santa Cruz Police Department's community feedback features. These highlight your options and potential requirements for submitting complaints, compliments, and other feedback.
 | The Independent Police Auditor offers an easy online form for filing compliments and complaints about Santa Cruz Police Department officers. |
| The Independent Police Auditor has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report. |
| The Santa Cruz Police Department homepage provides a clearly labeled link to information about filing a complaint. |
 | Caution: The Independent Police Auditor 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. |
| Community members can submit complaints without an in-person signature or notarization. |
| There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Independent Police Auditor after a police incident. |
