Texas Government Code

Complaints Against Law Enforcement Officers

Section 614.022. Complaint to be in Writing & Signed by Complainant

To be considered by the head of a state agency or by the head of a fire or police department, the complaint must be:

  1. In writing; and
  2. Signed by the person making the complaint.

Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., Chapter 268, Section 1, effective September 1, 1993.

Section 614.023. Copy of Complaint to be Given to Officer or Employee

A copy of a signed complaint against a law enforcement officer, fire fighter, or police officer shall be given to the officer or employee within a reasonable time after the complaint is filed. Disciplinary action may not be taken against the officer or employee unless a copy of the signed complaint is given to the officer or employee.

Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., Chapter 268, Section 1, effective September 1, 1993.