CHIEF OR IA RESPONSIBILITY

In very small departments, it is likely that all IA investigations will be done by the chief. This makes it essential that chiefs be familiar with their department’s Policy and Procedure on Internal Affairs. Also, they must be sure to keep up to date on the laws governing interviews, evidence gathering and discipline.

in reference to:

"In very small departments, it is likely that all IA investigations will be done by the chief. This makes it essential that chiefs be familiar with their department’s Policy and Procedure on Internal Affairs. Also, they must be sure to keep up to date on the laws governing interviews, evidence gathering and discipline."
- DISCOVERY OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS FILES (view on Google Sidewiki)