OIG Published Reports

Pursuant to the City of Oakland’s Enabling Ordinance Section 2.45.120(B) – Function and duties of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG), we formally requested an annual update on the number and percentage of Oakland Police Department’s (OPD) sworn officers, who have received in-service training within Fiscal Year 2023-2025.

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In 2021, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) designated the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) as the national standard for reporting crime data. In years prior, the FBI encouraged law enforcement agencies to adopt NIBRS as their reporting system. Before NIBRS, the Summary Reporting System (SRS) was the primary data reporting system used by law enforcement agencies. To date, the Oakland Police Department (OPD) remains one of roughly 2,500 law enforcement agencies that still utilize SRS. Consequently, the OIG recommends the Oakland Police Commission request OPD prioritize submitting a strategic plan to reach NIBRS reporting compliance, including a clear timeline that contains periodic status updates.

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The OIG recently conducted a policy review of Departmental General Order (DGO) M-19: Prohibitions Regarding Racial Profiling and Other Bias-Based Policing. The OIG reviewed DGO M-19 to identify policy gaps and areas of improvement, as the primary document guiding the Department’s commitment to providing fair, equitable, unbiased, and respectful service. From its review, the OIG identified several areas in need of improvement that could clarify the expectations and requirements of police officers in DGO M19.

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Sexual misconduct and exploitation have a dark history in the City of Oakland, and particularly within the ranks of OPD. It is imperative that sexual misconduct be prevented and prohibited in OPD, via clear expectations and accountability measures. To help ensure this is the case, the OIG recommends OPD create a dedicated Departmental General Order (DGO) on sexual misconduct.

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For OIG’s first NSA compliance evaluation, the office decided to focus on OPD’s Field Training Program (FTP). The FTP was and remains a point of interest, given it is trainees first opportunity to work in the field, upon graduating from the Basic Recruit Academy (“Academy”).

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July 8, 2022

The OIG conducted a preliminary review into the practice of IAD giving ROIs to the Agency prior to the Agency concluding their independent investigations. The preliminary review included discussions with OPD and the Agency, legal guidance from the Oakland City Attorney’s Office, as well as document analysis.

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July 26, 2023

CPRA Executive Director Mac Muir responded to the preliminary and agreed that CPRA needs Standard Operating Procedures. He also noted that his concerns overlap with the Office of Inspector General and looks forward to working to build a world class police oversight system in Oakland. 

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At the end of September 2022, the OIG received a telephone call from an Oakland resident inquiring about the availability of mediation programs for community members seeking to remedy an issue with an OPD officer. This request prompted the OIG to review the status of the required mediation program outlined in the Oakland Municipal Code – sections §2.45.070 and §2.46.060.

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On January 30, 2023, the OIG met with the Ethics Commission (EC), to discuss how to procedurally enact Municipal Code section §2.45.120 and ensure the EC has all of the relevant information for review and enforcement action, if required. The EC explained that should the Commission or the OIG encounter a department that does not comply with document requests pursuant to section 604 of the City Charter or Chapter 2.45 of the Municipal Code, either entity could file a complaint with the Ethics Commission. The EC has the authority to investigate any such complaint, publish its findings, and impose appropriate penalties if a violation occurred.

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The Office of the Inspector General’s annual report highlights several recommendations focused on adherence to constitutional policing and enhanced community trust. The intent of these reviews and recommendations are to strengthen departmental policies and procedures and enhance compliance and accountability.

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As the auditing arm of Oakland’s civilian oversight apparatus, which also includes the Oakland Police Commission and Community Police Review Agency, it is our responsibility to oversee and make recommendations that optimize OPD’s compliance with the NSA, departmental policies, and the law. Within the enclosed Audit Work Plan, you will find that the OIG aims to deliver on this mandate by conducting requested and proactive audits, evaluations, inspections, and policy reviews.

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This document will guide readers through the office's first year and a half of operation. Readers will learn more about the OIG's organizational structure, public reports, budgeted resources, community outreach, and educational activities. In each section, they will also see that the OIG centers its efforts around the values of integrity, impartiality, community, and prudence. The essence of the OIG's day-to-day operations is to serve members of our local community, by encouraging and fostering a culture of accountability via oversight for the Oakland Police Department (OPD). Community Police Review Agency (CPRA). and the entire City of Oakland.

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