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Extracted from Consolidated Report
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Merced County Grand Jury
• 2004-2005
Atwater Police Department — Complaint #04-05-02
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Findings and Recommendations 7 findings
F1
Page 19
The committee found that the complaint did not have merit. The results of the traffic collision report for the incident did not find either party at fault. The financial hardship and resulting repercussions were not caused by the APD report.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
Page 19
The committee noted that the complaint filed with the Atwater Police Department was assigned for additional review. The professional opinion of an outside agency was sought within a reasonable time period.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Page 19
The committee noted that supplemental reports are made to reflect findings of follow-up. The committee also noted a supplemental report was made.
No recommendations for this finding
F4
Page 19
The committee was informed that notification of findings relative to a complaint are shared with and/or made available to the complainant.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
Page 19
The committee established that the Atwater Police Department has an ongoing staff development training program in place to address the needs of the department in their professional and interpersonal growth skills.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
Page 19
The committee believes that circumstances surrounding the complaint were enhanced by difficulties in language barriers, acknowledgement of receipt of written communication, and an understanding of the complaint process.
No recommendations for this finding
F7
Page 19
The committee noted that the Atwater Police Department is aware of the continuing needs of the community and strives to accommodate their needs.
No recommendations for this finding