§ 18-186.05. Investigation of Complaints.

(a)

The Police Department, in all cases where a law enforcement officer discharged a firearm in an attempt to strike or control another person regardless of whether injury occurs, accidentally discharged a firearm, a person dies during a law enforcement officer's use of force or while in the custody of a law enforcement officer, or a law enforcement officer or other person has filed a complaint with the Prince George's County Police Department or the Citizen Complaint Oversight Panel regarding the conduct of a law enforcement officer, shall commence an investigation within a reasonable amount of time, ordinarily within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of receipt of such complaint. The purpose of such investigation shall be to evaluate the merits of the complaint in an objective manner.

(b)

Upon the completion of the investigation, the Chief of Police shall receive a full report of the investigation including comments and recommendations, if any, either that the complaint should be sustained, not sustained or dismissed, or for exoneration.

(CB-25-1990; CB-59-2001)