Regulation .07 Authority and Responsibility of an Investigator.

An IIU investigator:

Shall have unrestricted access to all areas of a Department facility;

In addition to the authority under Regulation .06 of this chapter, may:

(1)

Access Department records;

(2)

Request assistance from an agency employee;

(3)

Request assistance from another law enforcement agency;

(4)

Inspect facilities, vehicles, or equipment; and

(5)

Require an employee to provide testimonial or physical evidence; and

Shall:

(1)

Conduct an investigation in an impartial and reasonable manner according to the oath of office and law of the United States and the State;

(2)

Be courteous, attentive, and receptive to an individual reporting or providing evidence related to a complaint under investigation;

(3)

Ensure the safety and chain of custody for items and evidence received;

(4)

Maintain confidentiality of all matters related to investigations; and

(5)

Prepare an investigative report that, at a minimum, contains:

(a)

Complete and detailed information regarding the complaint or incident;

(b)

A clear account of investigative actions; and

(c)

All relative information supporting the finding.