Citizen Review Board
The Citizen Review Board (CRB) is an independent panel of Covington residents established to promote transparency, enhance communication, and foster trust and respect between the Covington Police Department and the community it serves.
CITIZEN REVIEW BOARD
The CRB reviews completed internal investigations involving use of force, as well as other matters of importance or interest to the community.
PURPOSE & ROLE
The Citizen Review Board serves to:
The Citizen Review Board serves to:
- Review completed internal investigations involving use of force
- Evaluate whether investigations were conducted in accordance with department policies and procedures
- Make recommendations regarding investigations and department policies
- Promote accountability, transparency, and public confidence in the Covington Police Department
THE CRB DOES NOT:
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Conduct independent investigations
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Handle emergencies or active incidents
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Replace the department’s internal investigative process
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Impose discipline (final authority remains with the Chief of Police)
FILE A COMPLAINT
The Citizen Review Board accepts written complaints regarding use of force by members of the Covington Police Department.
The Citizen Review Board accepts written complaints regarding use of force by members of the Covington Police Department.
Complaints may be submitted in the following ways:
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Online Form: COMING SOON
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Voicemail: 678-212-6132 - this phone is not monitored; a voicemail will have to be left for a return call.
SUBMITTAL OF COMPLAINT VIA EMAIL
When submitting a complaint via email, please include:
When submitting a complaint via email, please include:
- Full Name
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Phone Number
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Email Address
- Date of Incident
- Location of Incident
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Case or Incident Number (if known)
- Detailed Description of the Incident
Complaints submitted to the Citizen Review Board are logged and forwarded to the Covington Police Department within two business days for review in accordance with established procedures.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU SUBMIT A COMPLAINT
- The complaint is received and logged by the Citizen Review Board
- The complaint is forwarded to the Covington Police Department within two business days
- The Police Department conducts an internal investigation
- Upon completion, the Citizen Review Board reviews the investigation
- The CRB may make recommendations based on its review
MEETINGS & TRANSPARENCY
The Citizen Review Board meets at least quarterly. All meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Georgia Open Meetings Act.
The Citizen Review Board meets at least quarterly. All meetings are open to the public in accordance with the Georgia Open Meetings Act.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For additional information, please contact the Citizen Review Board:
For additional information, please contact the Citizen Review Board:
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Voicemail: 678-212-6132 - this phone is not monitored; a voicemail will have to be left for a return call.
