The Los Angeles County Sheriff Civilian Oversight Commission Thursday established a new committee to evaluate and reform how the Sheriff’s Department handles complaints from residents about deputy misconduct.
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The nine-member commission unanimously approved the creation of the Complaints Ad Hoc Committee, tasked with recommending policy and procedural changes to simplify the process for residents to file complaints against Sheriff’s Department personnel and address related issues.
Commissioners Arthur Calloway II, Luis Garcia, James Harris and Hans Johnson will serve on the ad hoc committee. They are expected to review best practices from other large law enforcement agencies and propose reforms to improve LASD’s complaint handling processes.
The committee also aims to ensure complaints are investigated promptly, appropriate disciplinary actions are taken and complainants receive timely updates.