How do you complain about abuse by police?

Complaint

If you believe that police have abused you or disrespected your rights, you should submit a complaint to the police department which detained you.Even if you submit your complaint to the wrong person, it is their duty to forward your complaint to the correct unit or person.

Compliance with the law also includes the conduct of members of the police, who must treat persons deprived of their personal liberty only in accordance with the law. Therefore, it is also possible to lodge complaints against the treatment of suspects, as in the case of compliance with the lawfulness of the conditions of detention.

What to write

When filing a complaint, you should explain all the relevant facts, the type of violation, how it occurred and add any evidence that you have. The institution may ask you for additional explanations or documentation, if necessary.

Compensation

If you have suffered damages as a result of abuse by border guards, you can also ask for compensation.

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Last updated 24/04/2023