Hayward, WI · Sawyer County
Citizen Complaint Against Police Officer
This form records a written complaint about a City of Hayward Police Department officer and is filed by a person reporting alleged officer conduct.
- 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
The form collects the complainant’s details, incident information, involved officers, witnesses, and a description of the complaint. The City’s policy says complaints must be written, notarized, made on the appropriate form, and submitted to the Chief of Police or designee; it requests filing within seven days of the alleged violation, though a complaint will not be dismissed solely for being late.
Who needs it
A person wishing to file a written complaint about the conduct of a City of Hayward Police Department officer uses this form.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Download the City of Hayward Citizen Complaint Against Police Officer form.
- 2
Complete The Complaint
Fill in the complainant and incident details, including the date and time, alleged conduct, and witness names if applicable.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Book an online notarization appointment and have your identification ready.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the complaint under oath during the video session with the commissioned online notary.
- 5
Submit To The City
Submit the notarized complaint to the Chief of Police or designee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Hayward. 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 file this citizen complaint?
- Complete the appropriate form in writing, sign it under oath before a notary, and submit it to the Chief of Police or designee. The policy requests filing within seven days of the alleged violation.
- Do I need to sign the complaint before a notary?
- Yes. The policy says the written complaint must be notarized, and the form includes a sworn statement and a jurat for the complainant’s signature.
- Can I use a commissioned online notary?
- Wis. Stat. §140.145 authorizes remote online notarization by a commissioned online notary, subject to the applicable requirements. Confirm that the city will accept the remotely notarized form if unsure.
- Where do I submit the completed form?
- The policy says to submit the complaint to the Chief of Police or designee. Contact the City of Hayward Police Department with questions about how to deliver it; confirm with the city or village if unsure.