Citizens' Review Board on Police Practices
Duties
The Citizens' Review Board shall review and evaluate serious complaints brought by the public against the San Diego Police Department. Furthermore, the Board shall review, whether or not a complaint has been filed, all police actions that result in the death of a person. The Board may also refer complaints to the Grand Jury, District Attorney, or any other governmental agency authorized by law to investigate the activities of a law enforcement agency. The Board shall submit semiannual reports to the City Manager and City Council concerning its evaluation of the San Diego Police Department's investigation of citizens' complaints; provided however, that such reports shall not disclose any information required to be kept confidential by law.
Appointment
Appointed by the City Manager.
Term
The Board is comprised of twenty-three (23) members who represent a diverse cross section of San Diego's citizens. Twenty-three (23) additional members are appointed each year as prospective members. These prospective members attend Board meetings and received training but cannot vote on cases.
Composition
The Qualcomm Stadium Advisory Board shall consist of nine (9) members. Each member shall be a resident of the County of San Diego, with at least seven (7) members at any time consisting of residents of the City of San Diego. Each member will be prohibited from engaging in any activity which could result in a conflict of interest and will be required to file an annual Statement of Economic Interest.
Governed By
San Diego City Charter Sections 42 and 43.
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