Policy

It is the policy of the Columbus Police Department (CPD) to provide excellence in law enforcement through fair and courteous service to all people.

If you would like to file a complaint about a police officer, you may submit via a paper form or electronic submission. Click below to download an English form (or in Spanish) that you may mail, email, or deliver in person (directions on form). To submit electronically, use the form below.

Complaints should be submitted within fifteen (15) business days of the incident.*

If you need technical assistance filing a complaint, a reasonable accommodation, or an interpreter, please contact Human Rights at 812-376-2532 or humanrights@columbus.in.gov.

Learn more about the Columbus Police Review Board (CRPB)

*If you are physically unable to submit form, additional time may be allowed. Please contact us.