Internal Affairs Division

The Internal Affairs Division is a branch of the department operating as a part of the Executive Staff and reports directly to the Chief of Police. The Internal Affairs Division is responsible for the coordination and management of administrative investigations resulting from reports of alleged violations of department regulations, policies, procedures, etc. Those reports may be the result of citizen complaints or internal reports.

Filing Complaints

Citizens can address concerns or complaints via phone, email, or in person.  Citizens will be provided with a Citizen’s Complaint Form in order to initiate an Internal Affairs Investigation. Complaints are formalized upon return of the completed and signed Citizen’s Complaint form.

Internal Affairs Contacts

Sergeant Charlotte Bates

(504) 712-2255
[email protected]