Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 12 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Subtitle 11 - OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY
Chapter 12.11.01 - Internal Investigation Unit
Section 12.11.01.07 - Authority and Responsibility of an Investigator

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 12.11.01.07

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

An IIU investigator:

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

B. 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

C. 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.

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