civilian review board

American  

noun

1. a quasi-judicial board of appointed or elected citizens that investigates complaints against the police.

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Etymology

Origin of civilian review board

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

In the weeks since his death, anti-violence advocates organized a vigil calling for a number of reforms, including the creation of a civilian review board.

From Seattle Times

In the two weeks since Seabrooks’ death, anti-violence advocates have organized a vigil calling for a number of reforms, including the creation of a civilian review board.

From Seattle Times

Though Justice Department officials praised local leaders for making changes since Taylor’s death, including installing an inspector general and a civilian review board, the Louisville police department has faced continued turmoil in the top ranks.

From Washington Post

In Charlotte, N.C., where state law requires a court order to release police videos, officials have struggled to find a balance between transparency and the broader impact of releasing upsetting, violent images, said Tonya Jameson, chair of that city’s civilian review board.

From Los Angeles Times

The agency recently named a new police chief, created a civilian review board to handle police complaints and has refocused officer performance reviews away from arrest quotas.

From Washington Post