office of police complaints

Office of Police Complaints
 

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Services

En Español
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The Office of Police Complaints has bilingual staff members and can arrange for interpreting and translating services, including sign language, where necessary.

File a Police Complaint
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File a complaint against Washington, DC Metropolitan Police Department officers.

Mediation
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A mediation service is part of the process for resolving complaints.

Toll-free Number (866) 588-0569
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During OPC's normal hours of operation, an investigator is available to answer any questions about how to file a complaint and the complaint process. When the office is closed, callers may leave a voicemail message and an investigator will contact them the next business da