Sheriff's Office Policies, Procedures and Training Related to Use of Force and Complaint Process

The Placer County Sheriff’s Office has a written policy outlining the use of force. Force and levels of force are well defined and communicated to officers. The ramifications of unnecessary use and abuse of force are also communicated to officers.

Placer County Sheriff’s Officers are trained as to when and how force may be employed and are required to adhere to written departmental policy and procedures.

The use of improper force by any member of the Placer County Sheriff’s Office against any person is not tolerated.

The Placer County Sheriff’s Office has a structured and well defined procedure for receiving, investigating and resolving complaints.

Placer County Sheriff’s Office is proactive in maintaining a positive relationship with the community. Conclusion The Grand Jury concludes that Placer County Sheriff’s Office’s internal policy, training, and procedures regarding use of force, and complaint submittal and investigation process, demonstrates a positive level of dedication and professionalism. The Grand Jury concludes that the Placer County Sheriff’s Office has a procedure for receiving and processing complaints that meets or exceeds state requirements. The Grand Jury concludes that the Placer County Sheriff’s Office has developed and implemented an appropriate policy pertinent to the use of force. This Grand Jury concludes that the Placer County Sheriff’s Office is well aware of the need for, and places a high priority on, trust between citizens and law enforcement personnel.