After investigating a complaint against a police officer,the Internal Affairs Unit determines the complaint is "not sustained." This means that the Unit has determined that:

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"Not sustained" means there was insufficient evidence to prove or disprove the allegation made against the officer. It does not mean that the alleged act did not occur or that it was in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. It also does not mean that the act occurred and was a violation of departmental rules and procedures.

After Investigating a Complaint Against a Police Officer,the Internal Affairs