Police Misconduct Trial Board Backlog

At a glance

  • What: More than 800 misconduct allegations are waiting for police trial boards.
  • Where it stands: Raised September 22, 2026; the department said it plans to seek legislation in January.

Sources

Log

  • 2026-09-22 - Public Safety Committee — Councilmember Blanchard said the backlog undermines trust; the commissioner cited limits on settlements once an officer elects a trial board.