The purpose of this subchapter is to establish an effective, efficient, and fair system of independent review of citizen complaints against police officers in the District of Columbia, which will: Be visible to and easily accessible to the public; Investigate promptly and thoroughly claims of police misconduct; Encourage the mutually agreeable resolution of complaints through conciliation and mediation where appropriate; Provide adequate due process protection to officers accused of misconduct; Provide fair and speedy determination of cases that cannot be resolved through conciliation or mediation; Render just determinations; Foster increased communication and understanding and reduce tension between the police and the public; and Improve the public safety and welfare of all persons in the District of Columbia.
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