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Your Complaint Is Important the Interview Disposition of the Investigation YOUR COMPLAINT IS IMPORTANT THE INTERVIEW DISPOSITION OF THE INVESTIGATION The Virginia Department of State Police is committed A supervisor or internal affairs investigator will Division commanders will use the following to the prompt and fair resolution of complaints discuss the complaint with you. Perhaps the problem terminology when resolving complaints: concerning the actions and performance of our is with another agency or it may be possible that the personnel. As an organization, we strive to provide the supervisor or investigator may be able to explain the ♦ SUSTAINED - The facts substantiate the specific highest level of law enforcement service to all citizens. employee’s actions to your satisfaction. If, after this allegation(s) made or other misconduct. Policing is a very difficult and complex job in today’s discussion, you are satisfied with the explanation and ♦ NOT SUSTAINED - Insufficient facts exist to society. We realize that mistakes can be made and the assistance provided, then no further action is taken. either prove or disprove the allegation(s) made. actions of our personnel may fall short of your However, if the complaint remains unresolved, the ♦ UNFOUNDED - The facts disprove the expectations. supervisor or investigator will take your information allegation(s). and ensure that the complaint is considered by the ♦ UNFOUNDED INQUIRY – The facts in an initial The employees of the Department are aware of the appropriate personnel. inquiry reveal the alleged actions of the employee important responsibilities and duties they have as are not in violation of the Standards of Conduct. public servants. The Department operates under the AFTER THE COMPLAINT IS MADE Complainant recants the alleged improper constitutional guarantees afforded to everyone and action(s). under the laws that govern us. Therefore, the A record of your complaint will be forwarded to the courteous receipt of complaints, thorough and Department’s Professional Standards Unit for After final disposition is reached by management, impartial investigations, and just dispositions are evaluation and assignment. Allegations of criminal appropriate action is taken. The disposition of the important in maintaining the confidence of our wrongdoing are typically investigated by the Bureau of complaint is a confidential personnel matter and is not citizens. Criminal Investigation prior to the initiation of an released to the complainant. administrative investigation. UNDERSTANDING THE PROCESS DISCIPLINARY ACTION You will be notified in writing that your complaint was A complaint may be made in the following ways: received, and you may be asked to talk to the If the investigation indicated the employee committed supervisor or investigator assigned to conduct the an offense necessitating disciplinary action, such ♦ Go to any department facility and ask to speak investigation. action taken will be commensurate with the severity of with a supervisor. the offense. Mitigating circumstances may also be ♦ Contact the Internal Affairs Section at (804) 674- HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE? considered. Disciplinary action may involve 2792 or via e-mail at [email protected] . counseling, remedial training, suspension, transfer, ♦ Write a letter to the Superintendent of State Police Internal affairs investigations are completed within 30 demotion, or termination. or the Director of the Professional Standards Unit days of assignment to an investigator, except when an at P. O. Box 27472, Richmond, VA 23261. extension is granted due to extenuating circumstances. ♦ Complete a Citizen Complaint Form (SP-163). This form is available at all State Police offices, at AFTER THE INVESTIGATION www.vsp.virginia.gov on the Internet, or by mail. Department personnel will meet with you at a location All completed investigations are forwarded to the in which you feel comfortable, if necessary. The employee’s division commander or bureau director for following information will assist in our investigation: disposition. ♦ Date, time, and location of the incident. ♦ Names of the employees involved. ♦ Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of any witnesses. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS UNIT MISSION STATEMENT The Professional Standards Unit includes the Internal The Virginia State Police, independent yet supportive Affairs Section, which is responsible for conducting of other law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, investigations of complaints of improper action or will provide high quality, statewide law enforcement misconduct by employees, or recommending the services to the people of Virginia and our visitors; and assignment of these investigations to the appropriate will actively plan, train and promote emergency division. The Internal Affairs Section also prepares an preparedness to protect the citizens of the annual analysis of internal affairs cases. This analysis commonwealth and its infrastructure. How the Complaint is provided to Department division and unit commanders and is available to the public, upon COMMITMENT Process Works request. Anyone who files a complaint against an employee of STANDARDS OF CONDUCT the Department of State Police shall be treated with courtesy and respect. The Commonwealth of Virginia has a set of rules governing the performance and personal conduct and HONESTY acceptable standards for work performance of employees. These Standards of Conduct and Department employees are expected to be truthful and Performance are designed and used to correct sincere in all their interactions with the public, avoid behavior. Discipline, under the Standards of Conduct, the appearance of wrongdoing, and confront and will not be based on any employee’s race, color, challenge any unethical behavior. religion, national origin, political affiliation, sex, disability, or age. These standards were developed to protect the rights of all employees and citizens. RESPECT FOR OTHERS Department employees are expected to discharge their duties with care, compassion, and concern for the well- being of all those they serve, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of all persons. FAIRNESS Department employees are expected to make decisions in a fair, objective, and impartial manner. The Virginia Department of State Police ACCOUNTABILITY is a nationally accredited Department of State Police law enforcement agency. Department employees are expected to take responsibility for their actions and protect the public trust by upholding the laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. (Revised August 25, 2008) .
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