0000004925 00000 n %PDF-1.6 % h.Firearms Discharge Officers are required to report any discharge of firearms (except routine target practice). Police departments have different requirements for submitting a complaint. Generally, complaints filed 60 days after the incident took place cannot be considered by the Commission. . 5.2.17. Conflicting Orders Upon receipt of an order conflicting with any previous order or instruction, the member affected shall advise the person issuing the order of this fact. . Employees are responsible for the proper care of departmental property and equipment assigned to them. The Honolulu Police Department is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). Allegations of criminal misconduct are investigated thoroughly and presented to the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney for their disposition. This guide discusses the options and process for reporting police misconduct to the relevant county and state agencies in Hawaii. cc. Write a letter describing in detail the facts and circumstances of the complaint and submit with supporting documentation to: Department of Public Safety Internal Affairs Office, 919 Ala Moana Blvd., 4th Floor Honolulu, HI 96814, For questions about the process, contact Internal Affairs at 808-587-1130, Office of the Ombudsman, 465 South King St., 4th Floor Honolulu, HI 96813, For questions about the process, contact the Office of the Ombudsman at 808-587-0770 or complaints@ombudsman.hawaii.gov. Officers and employees shall not solicit any gifts, gratuities, loans or fees where there are any direct or indirect connections between solicitations and their departmental membership or employment. Fill out, notarize, and submit within 90 days of the incident to: Hawaii County Police Commission, Aupuni Center 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 9 Hilo, Hawaii 96720, For questions about the process, call the Hawaii County Police Commission: 808-932-2950, Hawaii County Police Department Office of Professional Standards, 349 Kapiolani Street Hilo, Hawaii 96720, For questions about the process, contact the Professional Standards Office at 808- 961-2328 or copsysop@hawaiicounty.gov. Availability of Weapons Members shall not place weapons or objects adaptable for use as weapons and capable of inflicting serious bodily injury, or permit such weapons or objects to remain unattended, in any location or place in a police building normally accessible to a prisoner, suspect, or other non-police person. Investigators may try and contact you by phone or mail to follow up on the complaint. f.Physical Abuse Officers and employees shall not physically abuse other officers and employees, superior or subordinate, while on duty, in a job-related situation or as a result of an incident arising from employment. Radio Shop: (808) 961-2280. Members sent on call, shall immediately upon the completion of the task, notify the dispatcher or their superior officer of the nature of the call and of the action taken. The Narcotics/Vice Division conducts investigations and enforces the laws, ordinances, and regulations that lead to the disruption and dismantling of organizations involved in illegal drugs, prostitution, pornography, and gambling. In writing about the incident make sure to address the following five questions: Who is the officer or officers youre filing a complaint against? Emergency   911   or Contact   (808) 529-3111  . l.Good Order and Discipline Officers and employees shall not commit any act or commission which is contrary to and/or detrimental to the good order and discipline of the department. 0000048372 00000 n A Look At The 4 Finalists For Honolulu's Police Chief Their findings are forwarded to the HPDs Administrative Review Board for its review and recommendation to the Chief of Police. What is Mifepristone and Why is it Essential to Abortion Access? The department's jurisdiction is the City and County of Honolulu. d.Excessive Use of Physical Force Officers shall not use any more physical force than is necessary to accomplish the immediate police purpose. Forensic Science. Provide the date and time of the incident, as well as any later events that are related to the incident (e.g., called the police department to report the misconduct, went to hospital to treat injuries). About City jobs, State Identification card, Driver's License, Real Property etc. Now hiring police recruits and communications officers. You should also consider reporting the incident to the United States Department of Justice and submitting an intake to the ACLU of Hawaii. Prosperity Regions 7 & 9 (District 1 - Central), Prosperity Region 10 (District 2 - Metro), Prosperity Regions 5 & 6 (District 3 - Thumb and Tri-Cities), Prosperity Region 8 (District 5 - Southwest), Prosperity Regions 2 & 3 (District 7 - Northern Lower Peninsula), Statistics and Information on Crime in Michigan, Traffic Enforcement and Traffic Crash Statistics. 0000055235 00000 n The response to your complaint will likely be one of the following: Sustained: the investigation disclosed sufficient evidence to support the complaint and further disciplinary actions may be taken against the officers. c.Repetitious violations for which disciplinary action is imposed shall be considered grounds for dismissal. (4) misconduct by non-law enforcement personnel. 0000005867 00000 n View Sean Naito's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. Staff inspection: An annual inspection by the Professional Standards Office (PSO) that examines an element's facilities, property and equipment, personnel . e.Overbearing Conduct Overbearing or oppressive conduct shall not be practiced under color of police authority. Also, keep the return receipt to demonstrate that the complaint was delivered. Information on Laws & Statutes relating to the Michigan State Police. Constitution of the United States and the Constitution Members shall not use another members badge or official police credentials without permission of the Police Chief; nor shall they permit any person not appointed a member of the department to use the official badge or credentials at any time. The form must be notarized before being submitted. ACLU alleges discrimination after Hawaii police handcuff Black 10-year However, the Commission may accept late complaints for good cause. Officers are expected to establish and maintain a working knowledge of those ordinances of the County of Hawaii, Statutes of the State of Hawaii, orders, policies, and directives of the department and divisions thereof which are applicable to their functions as police officers. 4.1. Final disciplinary action for violations contained in this General Order shall be determined by the Police Chief. z. g.Truthfulness Officers and employees are required to be truthful at all times whether under oath or not. Emergency 911 or Contact (808)529-3111 k.Disposition of Unauthorized Gifts, Gratuities, Etc. On-duty misconduct generally involves the persons duties as a law enforcement officer. There are other types of complaints that this guide does not directly address: (1) criminal complaints and (2) civil lawsuits. What did the officer say or do? dd. The Honolulu Police Department regularly conducts line and staff inspections of all of its components (including personnel, facilities, equipment, vehicles, and operations) with attention . HPD: 3 Honolulu police officers did not violate policies in Iremamber PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Obedience to Unjust Orders Upon receipt of an order that is felt to be unjust, the affected officer or employee will advise the person issuing the order of this fact. The division is also responsible for serving warrants, administering the registration of alarms and firearms, handling evidence, and fingerprinting. b. Return to top. Unless otherwise directed, uniforms shall be worn complete. Motor Carrier Regulatory and Credentialing, Vulnerable or Impaired Person (VIP) Enrollment, Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN), Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, Seventh District - Northern Lower Peninsula, https://dev.michigan.local/som/json?sc_device=json, Go to Freedom of Information Act Requests, Go to Medical Waivers for Commercial Drivers, Go to Motor Carrier Regulatory and Credentialing, Go to Vulnerable or Impaired Person (VIP) Enrollment, Go to Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN), Go to Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards, Go to Michigan Intelligence Operations Center, Go to Statewide Records Management System, Digital Analysis Identification Section (DAIS), Go to Criminal Justice Information Center, Go to Emergency Management & Homeland Security, Laboratory Services - Technical Disciplines, Automobile Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA), Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Abuse Program (COSSAP), Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF), Governor's Traffic Safety Advisory Commission, Go to Third District - Thumb and Tri-Cities, Go to Seventh District - Northern Lower Peninsula, Go to District and Post Commander Directory. H\n0yG*$( JkZrgIb'_Ge\7I;z7oQ9QET\;(tAl';w&Fx^QGlQMe|Gi'"ccc7iltqQY&en*RNc bb. Professional Standards Office To file a complaint with the Professional Standards Office (which is the Honolulu Police Department's "internal affairs" office), the complaint can involve any of the following (1) on-duty misconduct reported 60 days after the incident, (2) off duty misconduct, (3) crimes committed by officers, and The Attorney General's Office said it made the decision not to proceed with charges after reviewing an investigation by HPD's Professional Standards Office of SHOPO President Robert Cavaco. They shall not exhibit partiality for or against any person. Reporting such misconduct is what this guide refers to as a complaint, which may result in an investigation and some findings on what happened. b. Hawaii typically does not represent individuals in lawsuits primarily seeking monetary compensation. 0000007201 00000 n The web Browser you are currently using is unsupported, and some features of this site may not work as intended. a.Intoxication Officers and employees shall not be intoxicated while on duty. Maintaining Communication Members on duty shall be directly available by normal communication or shall keep their office, headquarters or superior officer informed of the means by which they may be reached when not immediately available. Concealed pistol licenses: 517-284-3700. If you have a matter that requires local police action or assistance, please contact your nearest MSP post. Complaints against Hawaii Police Department officers can be filed in one of two places. by Police Associated Groups Associations, clubs, auxiliaries, fraternities or other groups of officers or employees acting under the auspices or sanction of the department shall not sell tickets, solicit sales of any kind, or offer performances of any nature toward raising funds for special purposes without the prior approval of the Police Chief. Responsibility for countermanding the original order or instruction then rests with the individual issuing the order. also referred to as charges) can be made directly to the police department or to an independent commission or body. Reporting misconduct is necessary but not sufficient for holding police accountable. The Records and Identification Division maintains records of all reported incidents requiring police services. 5.2.15. Contact information for Freedom of Information Requests, Post Commanders, and the Webmaster. 2021-01-08T09:25:38-10:00 {ejcO?Y} If possible, also try to gather any relevant evidence about the incident including photos, videos, and the names and contact information of corroborating witnesses. New employees will receive their copies of the Standards of 185 42 0000053152 00000 n Crime Tip Lines - Information for reporting a crime. Reduce the opportunities for the commission of crimes through preventive patrol and other techniques. Crime Tip Lines - Information for reporting a crime. Reporting Accidents Accidents involving officers and employees, county property and/or equipment must be reported in accordance with adopted procedures. 0000005430 00000 n About HPRA - Honolulu Police Relief Association The form must be notarized before being submitted. The Communications Division is the largest Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) in the state and receives all 911 calls on Oahu. q. Officers and employees shall not suggest, recommend, advise or otherwise counsel any person who comes to their attention as a result of police business, in the retention of any attorney, bail bond broker, tow service, alarm service, private investigator, or security service except in the case of relatives seeking such services or advice. All police departments have different ways for people to report misconduct by an officer. Civilian Personnel All civilian employees of the department shall be subject to the Standards of Conduct described in this policy. They justify their actions at the risk of being insubordinate. Such reports are to be made according to current departmental procedures. 7150 Harris Drive The form must be notarized before being submitted. 801 South Beretania Street Traffic Arrests, Officer Not in Uniform Members not in uniform shall not arrest traffic violators except when the violation is especially flagrant. uuid:3fd465b8-2719-494d-9396-2f92bb0c235e Ideally, include their name and badge number. Reporting misconduct, however, is the best and, sometimes, the only way for creating. endstream endobj 16 0 obj <> endobj 3 0 obj <> endobj 5 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 6 0 obj <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 10 0 obj <>stream