Who may investigate a Personnel Complaint (PC)?

• A. Internal Affairs
• B. Sheriff’s Office
• C. District Command
• D. Public Defender’s Office

Answer: (A)

The main idea is who is responsible for investigating complaints about agency personnel. Internal Affairs is the division designated to handle those investigations, ensuring allegations against deputies or staff are examined objectively. They collect evidence, interview witnesses, review records, and report findings with recommendations to leadership, all while maintaining confidentiality and due process. This keeps misconduct cases out of routine operations and maintains accountability within the department. The Sheriff’s Office is the overall agency, not the specific investigative unit; District Command is a management or geographic division and does not conduct internal personnel investigations; the Public Defender’s Office has no role in investigating law enforcement personnel.