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Complaining about the police

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If someone believes the police have acted wrongly, they can make a complaint at a police station or in writing to the Chief Constable. Complaints can also be made to an independent body. Police officers must obey the law and are punished if they misuse their authority.

Memory tip: You can complain about the police to the Chief Constable or an independent body.

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If you think the police have behaved wrongly, you can make a complaint to an independent body.

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