Is the OIIG affiliated with any law enforcement agency?
The OIIG has no direct affiliation with any outside law enforcement agency. Generally, this office does work in concert with outside law enforcement agencies, including the Chicago Police Department, Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, the United States Attorney’s Office and Illinois Attorney General. Q: What authority is vested in the OIIG? A: The IIG is authorized to issue subpoenas and compel the testimony of a person or the production of documents in connection with an investigation. The OIIG employs sworn peace officers as Investigators, who can obtain warrants and make arrests, if necessary. Q: Am I entitled to representation if I am the subject of an OIIG investigation? A: If you are the subject of an investigation (not a witness) by the OIIG, you have the right to union representation during an interview. The OIIG also permits the subject of an investigation who is not a member of a union to have his/her attorney present during an interview at their expense. Q: What evidenti
