Plano, IL · Kendall County
Citizen Complaint Form
The Plano Police Department Citizen Complaint Form lets a person report alleged police misconduct or a violation of law, provide a narrative, and swear to the complaint before a notary.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this form to report an allegation that a Plano Police Department member committed misconduct or violated the law. The form asks for the complainant’s name and address, a narrative, and a sworn statement; it also includes spaces for department personnel and assigned complaint identifiers. The form says the allegations will be investigated after submission and warns that knowingly providing false information can result in arrest. Contact the department about how to submit the completed complaint.
Who needs it
A person who wants to report alleged misconduct or a legal violation by a Plano Police Department member can use this form to provide an account and sworn complaint.
Why it needs a notary
The form contains a subscribed-and-sworn jurat stating the complaint was sworn before the notary; the complainant signs before the notary, though the signature line is marked not required.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the Citizen Complaint Form from the City of Plano website.
- 2
Complete The Complaint
Enter your name, address, and narrative describing the alleged misconduct or violation.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange a session with a commissioned online notary for the form’s subscribed-and-sworn jurat.
- 4
Sign On Video
Follow the notary’s instructions during the video session and complete the notarization.
- 5
Submit The Complaint
Ask the Plano Police Department how to submit the completed complaint.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Plano. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get the Citizen Complaint Form notarized online?
- Complete the complaint narrative, then book a session with a commissioned online notary. Sign during the video session when instructed, and ask the Plano Police Department how to submit the completed form.
- Do I need to sign the complaint before the notary?
- The form includes a subscribed-and-sworn jurat. Its complainant signature line is marked “Not Required,” so confirm with the city or village if unsure about signing or submission procedures.
- Can I use a remote online notary for this form?
- State law authorizes electronic and remote notarization under 5 ILCS 312 and recognizes acts by an officer authorized where performed under 765 ILCS 30. Confirm the receiving department accepts the notarized format.
- What information does the form ask me to provide?
- It asks for your name, address, and narrative describing the allegation. The form says submitted allegations will be investigated and warns that knowingly providing false information can result in arrest.
Citizen Complaint Form in other Illinois cities
Each city publishes its own version of this form. Pick the city where you’re filing.