Civilian Complaint

The Yale University Police Department takes very seriously its obligation to investigate allegations of police misconduct and will take appropriate action when warranted. The process for reporting a complaint against a member of the department is simple and straightforward. Community members should contact Police Communications at 203-432-4400 and request to see a supervisory officer. A supervisor will respond and take the initial complaint. Most complaints can be resolved expeditiously at that level. Should any complaint require additional investigation, the matter will be referred to the Office of the Chief for investigation.

Civilian Complaint Reports

Submit a civilian complaint to the Office of the Chief. Paper copies of the civilian complaint form are located at Schwarzman Center at 168 Grove Street, New Haven.

General Order 207: Civilian Complaints, Internal Investigations and Discipline