Helena, MT · Lewis and Clark County
Citizens Complaint
Helena residents can use this form to report concerns about Helena Police Department employees and provide information for an investigation.
What this form is
The Citizens Complaint form lets a person submit a complaint about Helena Police Department employees. The department prefers complaints in writing, though it also accepts complaints in person or by telephone. The form asks about the incident, the employee involved, the complainant’s contact information, any witnesses, and a summary of what happened; additional sheets may be used as needed.
Who needs it
A person who wants to report a concern about the conduct of a Helena Police Department employee can complete and submit this form.
How to submit it
The department prefers written complaints; turn the form in to any supervisory officer, usually the on-duty shift commander, at the Helena Police Department, 406 Fuller Avenue, Helena, MT 59601.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the person making the statement signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the Citizens Complaint form and review the complaint procedure information.
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Complete The Form
Enter the incident details, employee information, your contact information, witness details, and a summary of the incident.
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Add Extra Sheets If Needed
Use additional sheets to continue the incident summary, if necessary.
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Submit The Form
Turn in the written complaint to any supervisory officer, usually the on-duty shift commander.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Citizens Complaint form for?
- It lets a person report concerns about Helena Police Department employees and provide incident details, contact information, witness information, and a written summary.
- Who can submit a Citizens Complaint?
- A person with a concern about the conduct of a Helena Police Department employee can submit a complaint. The department says it accepts unsigned or anonymous complaints.
- Do I need a notary for the Citizens Complaint form?
- No. This document is signed without a notary; the person making the statement signs and dates it, and no notarized or sworn attachment is identified.
- How do I submit the Citizens Complaint form?
- The department prefers written complaints. Turn the form in to any supervisory officer, usually the on-duty shift commander, at 406 Fuller Avenue, Helena, MT 59601.
Need something notarized?
This Citizens Complaint doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Helena form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.