2-10-5: INDEPENDENCE OF THE OFFICE OF POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY:

The purpose of the Office of Police Accountability is to provide independent external civilian oversight of police conduct separate from the internal oversight conducted by BPD. While subject to the employment expectations and requirements of a City employee as described in City policies and regulations, the Director and Office of Police Accountability staff shall exercise full independence in the execution of their duties. No person shall attempt to unduly influence or undermine the independence of the Director or any employee of the Office of Police Accountability in the performance of the duties and responsibilities set forth in this chapter. Any findings, recommendations, or requests made by the Office of Police Accountability shall reflect the views of the Office of Police Accountability alone. (Ord. 21-21, 7-13-2021)