How do I report a citizen’s complaint about police or jail staff?
The arresting officer’s name and agency will be on your complaint document. Each agency – Ohio State University Police, Columbus Police, Franklin County Sheriff, Ohio State Highway Patrol – has a department that handles citizen complaints. Call the appropriate agency’s headquarters and ask to speak to a person who handles citizen complaints. The Franklin County Jail is operated by the Sheriff’s office, so complaints about jail staff should be directed to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. Be aware that it is illegal to provide false information to the police.
