Sinton, TX · San Patricio County
Police Department Formal Complaint Form
A sworn written statement filed with the Sinton Police Department to report alleged officer misconduct, poor service, or racial profiling.
- 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
Residents who wish to file a formal complaint against a Sinton Police Department employee use this form to describe the type of complaint and narrate what happened. Before it is accepted, the complainant must swear to and subscribe the statement, with the acknowledgment completed either by a notary public or a peace officer. Filing a sworn complaint helps ensure the department can act on a documented, accountable account of the incident.
Who needs it
Anyone who wants to file a formal, sworn complaint against a Sinton Police Department officer or employee for misconduct, poor service, or racial profiling.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a jurat stating the statement must be 'sworn and subscribed' before a Notary Public or Peace Officer, with a signature line and stamp box for that acknowledgment.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Formal Complaint Form from the Sinton Police Department page.
- 2
Fill In Your Complaint
Enter your contact information and a full narrative of what happened.
- 3
Book an Online Notary Session
Schedule a video session with a commissioned online notary.
- 4
Swear and Sign on Video
Swear to the statement and sign while the notary witnesses by video and completes the jurat.
- 5
Submit to the City
Submit the sworn, notarized complaint to the Sinton Police Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Sinton. 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 my Sinton PD complaint form notarized?
- Fill out the complaint narrative and complainant information, then meet with a commissioned online notary by video to swear to and sign the statement.
- Do I need a notary for this complaint form?
- The form must be sworn and subscribed before either a notary public or a peace officer; using an online notary lets you complete that step without visiting the police station in person.
- Can I use an online notary for a sworn police complaint?
- Yes — Texas recognizes remote online notarization, so a commissioned online notary can administer the oath and witness your signature by live video.
- What if I'd rather have a peace officer witness my complaint?
- The form allows either a notary public or a peace officer to complete the acknowledgment; check with the Sinton Police Department if you prefer to file in person.