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The Office of the Inspector General for the NYPD
The Office of the Inspector General for the NYPD (OIG-NYPD) is independent of the NYPD and is charged with investigating, reviewing, studying, auditing and making recommendations relating to the operations, policies, programs and practices of the New York City Police Department (NYPD). Click here for Local Law 70 of 2013, which created the OIG-NYPD within the New York City Department of Investigation (DOI).
The OIG-NYPD's mission is to:
- Enhance the effectiveness of the police department;
- Increase public safety;
- Protect civil liberties and civil rights; and
- Increase the public's confidence in the police force, thus building stronger police-community relations.
Report abuse, fraud, or corruption in the New York City Police Department
Contact us via online, mail or by phone at 212-806-5200
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The NYC Civilian Complaint Review Board (CCRB) is an independent city agency, with subpoena power. It is not part of the police department.
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) mission is to enhance the quality of life in our City by working in partnership with the community and in accordance with constitutional rights to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear, and provide for a safe environment.
The New York City Human Rights (CCHR) Law is one of the most comprehensive civil rights laws in the nation.
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The National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE) is a non-profit organization that brings together individuals and agencies working to establish or improve oversight of police officers in the United States.
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