Citizens' Panel for Review of Police Complaints and Use of Force

The panel reviews all police shootings and police incidents when direct physical force by the police results in serious physical injury or death. The panel also reviews the findings of the department's investigation of unsustained, unfounded or exonerated citizen complaints, when that citizen requests a review of the Police Departments findings.

The panel acts in an advisory capacity to the Chief of Police. The panel may also make recommendations concerning training programs, revisions of policies or procedures, commendable actions, preventative or corrective measures except for employee discipline and community concerns regarding police action and procedures.

Members

Requirements: This panel consists of fifteen (15) citizen members and six (6) police department members.

Applicants must be residents of the City, have no felony conviction or convictions for misdemeanors involving moral turpitude and must complete a criminal history check. Must have completed the Chandler Police Department's Citizens' Police Academy or must complete it within one year of appointment. The term of each member shall be for three (3) years, and each member shall serve until his/her successor is appointed and qualified. Any vacancy in office during the term shall be filled by the Mayor with approval of the Council for the unexpired term.