What happens when a complaint is found to be true?

When the investigation of a complaint reveals that the charges are true, and should be sustained against a police employee, the Chief of Police notifies the employee and may take one of the following actions, depending on the nature of the violation:

  • Demote the employee
  • Discharge the employee
  • Reprimand the employee
  • Suspend the employee without pay

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1. How are complaints made?
2. What happens when a complaint is found to be true?
3. What happens if the complaint is found to be unsustained?
4. What if you are not satisfied with the appeal decision?