All individuals have certain rights when interacting with law enforcement, whether you’re approached on the street, in your car, in your home, or at your workplace. The following resources provide guidance on citizens’ rights in police interactions.
- The ACLU of Northern California’s Know Your Rights: Police Interactions Guide
- The Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.’s Know Your Rights: A Guide to Your Rights When Interacting with Law Enforcement
- Flex Your Right’s FAQs About Police Interactions
You can find a downloadable and printable ACLU “What to Do If You’re Stopped by Police, Immigration Agents, or the FBI” Card here.
If you would like to file a complaint about an interaction with a police officer, please visit the applicable site below for instructions:
- For a complaint about an interaction with a UC Davis police officer, you can file a complaint with the UC Davis Police Accountability Board.
- For a complaint about a City of Davis police officer, you can file a complaint with the Davis Police Department.
- For a complaint about a Sacramento City police officer, you can file a complaint with the City of Sacramento.