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Quality Assurance
It shall be
the policy of the Albemarle County Sheriff’s Office to take seriously any
complaints or allegations of misconduct filed against a sheriff’s office
appointee. All complaints and
allegations will be impartially investigated, recorded, and appropriately
resolved in order to ensure the integrity of the sheriff’s office and its
appointed members.
… What is this all about?
The integrity of the Albemarle County
Sheriff's Office depends on the personal behavior and discipline of all
sworn appointees, both individually and collectively. The public perception of the
effectiveness and professionalism of our office demands that we have a
prompt and concerned response to allegations of misconduct by one of our
sworn appointees. As a
result, citizens are encouraged to bring forward legitimate grievances
regarding actions of sworn appointees in the performance of their
duties.
…What is a complaint?
 The citizens of
our community are encouraged to come forward concerning behaviors that
would not bring credit to our office. These behaviors could be but
should not be limited to:
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Complaints involving
criminal activity
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Complaints of demeanor
(rudeness, unprofessional conduct, disrespect, poor attitude)
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Harassment
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Excessive us of
force
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Violations of office
rules and regulations
…How do I file a Complaint?
It is the policy of
the Albemarle County Sheriff's Office to receive all
complaints. To file a complaint you must visit the sheriff's office
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm and a supervisor will assist you
with filing your complaint. In unusual and difficult circumstances
complaints may be received via phone, email, or U.S.
Mail.
Albemarle County Sheriff's Office
Attn: Quality
Assurance
411 East High Street Bldg B
Charlottesville, VA
22902
(434)
972-4001
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Sheriff
J. E. "Chip" Harding
Albemarle Sheriff's Office
411 E. High Street Bldg B
Charlottesville, Va 22902
(434)972-4001