120.1 Discovery Peace Officer Records

Question 1

California Penal Code, Section 832.5 requires investigative reports be retained for _____ years for complaints with no sustained finding, and ____ years for sustained finding of misconduct including any reports and/or findings related to these complaints.

Answer 1

five, 15

Question 2

If the judge determines the requirements have been satisfied, the judge will then review the records in camera and exclude from disclosure the following:

Answer 2

(1) Conclusions of the officer who investigated the complaint.

(2) Officers personal contact information such as a home address and phone number.

Question 3

Based on a change in the law, most Pitchess Motions must be served at least ___ court days prior to the hearing.

Answer 3

10

Question 4

Where can service of a pitches motion be accepted at?

Answer 4

At any Area office, Division office, or at the Office of Legal Affairs (OLA).

Question 5

When a motion is received at the Area or Division office, OLA shall be notified _________ , via email.

Answer 5

the same day