Office of Professional Standards
The Office of Professional Standards (OPS) is charged with maintaining the integrity of the Daytona Beach Police Department (DBPD). From an organizational standpoint, OPS is a component of the Office of the Chief of Police and serves at the discretion and authority of the Chief.
The detectives assigned to OPS carryout many functions that ensure DBPD operates with professionalism and transparency. Some of the tasks completed by OPS include:
· Review and investigate allegations concerning employee misconduct
· Review Department member involved traffic crashes
· Facilitate random drug screening for members of DBPD
· Assist in policy review
· Review all use of force applications
Historically, OPS reviewed the following number of incidents:
· 2011 Investigations - 66
· 2010 Investigations - 51
· 2009 Investigations - 39
· 2008 Investigations - 66
Chief Chitwood is a strong proponent of maintaining open communications with all residents and visitors of the City of Daytona Beach and strongly encourages commendations, comments, and complaints from our residents and guests.
There are four ways to file a complaint about possible misconduct:
In person – At the DBPD Headquarters (located at 129 Valor Boulevard) or the Beachside Precinct (located at 510 Harvey Avenue) and ask the Front Desk officer for a complaint form. Both locations are staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
By Mail - The Office of Professional Standards, 129 Valor Boulevard, Daytona Beach, Florida, 32114
By Phone – Messages may be left after hours by calling 386-671-5122. All messages are confidential.
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