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How It Works

Everything you need to research law enforcement records, track incidents, file complaints, and access public oversight data in one platform.

Track Engagements

Log your interactions with law enforcement with automatic incident tracking numbers and timestamps for your records.

File FOIA Requests

Submit Freedom of Information Act requests directly from the platform with pre-filled templates and agency contact info.

File Complaints

Report misconduct to any of 1000+ law enforcement agencies with standardized complaint procedures and tracking.

Track Lawsuits & Settlements

View court cases, lawsuit outcomes, and settlement amounts involving officers and departments.

Career History

See complete career timelines including rank history, promotions, department transfers, and years of service.

Misconduct Records

Access comprehensive misconduct complaint history, sustained complaints, and disciplinary outcomes.

Complete Officer Profiles

Access comprehensive public records for any officer including personal details, career history, complaints, lawsuits, and oversight status.

Officer Profile

  • Full name and badge number
  • Current rank and department
  • Years of service and hire date
  • Certification status

Complaint Records

  • Total complaints filed against officer
  • Sustained vs. unsustained outcomes
  • Complaint types and severity
  • Disciplinary actions taken

Legal Proceedings

  • Civil rights lawsuits
  • Court case outcomes
  • Settlement amounts paid
  • Criminal charges

Oversight

  • Brady/Giglio list status
  • Certification history
  • Suspension or revocation records
  • Internal affairs investigations

Your Research Workflow

From initial incident logging to comprehensive follow-up actions, track everything in one place.

1

Log Incident

Record your encounter with law enforcement. Auto-generated incident number and timestamp for documentation.

2

Search Officer Records

Look up the officer by name, badge number, or department to see their complete public record.

3

Review Complaint History

Access sustained complaints, misconduct reports, and any disciplinary actions on file.

4

Check Legal History

View court cases, lawsuits, settlements, and any criminal charges involving the officer.

5

File Complaint (Optional)

Submit a formal complaint to the appropriate agency with standardized procedures.

6

File FOIA Request (Optional)

Request additional records from the agency with pre-filled templates and tracking.

Data Sources

We aggregate public records from official government databases, court records, and law enforcement agencies:

CourtListener
PACER (Federal Courts)
Socrata Open Data
State Police Records
City Complaint Systems
ProPublica Data
Public FOIA Responses
Government Transparency Sites

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Disclaimer: OverWatch aggregates publicly available records. Information is for research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The presence of individuals or cases on this platform does not imply guilt or misconduct. Users should independently verify all information through official sources.

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