Office of Professional Accountability
The Office of Professional Accountability was created in February 2000 replacing the Internal Security Division. The Washington, D.C.-based Police Executive Research Forum assisted in the creation of the office.
The office is responsible for:
- Evaluating the internal investigation process and making recommendations on strategies and policies to improve complaint gathering and investigative procedures;
- Classifying and reviewing all complaints made to the Office of Professional Accountability, directing all investigations, making recommendations regarding the disposition of cases, and ensuring consistency for proposed discipline;
- Building and maintaining community outreach programs to educate the public about the Office of Professional Accountability role in ensuring professional standards for police personnel.
If you have questions or comments, you may contact the Office of Professional Accountability at 615-862-7317.
Related Information
How to make a complaint against police officers or civilian employees of the Metropolitan Police Department.
- Metro Nashville Police Department Manual Chapter on Discipline and Corrective Action
- Metropolitan Nashville Civil Service Rules and Policies
- Office of Professional Accountability Standard Operating Procedure