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Our Mission
“It is the mission of Accountability to be the voice of the people, with the genuine interest of law enforcement, built on integrity, trust, and transparency for the betterment of the community.”
Accountability's Purpose
is to be a trusted proactive platform that acts in the best interest of it's stakeholders who consist of...
**By aligning the interests of these stakeholders, Accountability helps create a more harmonious and effective relationship between the community and law enforcement, ultimately benefiting society as a whole.**
App Functionality
Advanced Technology
Personalized Experience
Our free downloadable app offers a personalized experience tailored to your specific needs, ensuring that your submissions are efficient and effective.
Built on cloud-based technology, our platform ensures seamless access and secure storage of your data, providing a reliable and accessible solution.
4 Steps of the Officer Encounter
Encounter with the Officer
Step: 1
An encounter with an officer will occur in one of the following events:
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Traffic stop
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Motorist assist
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Call for service (ex. theft, burglary, etc.)
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Non-law enforcing related encounter (ex. ask for directions)
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Lawful detention/arrest
After the interaction, officers encourage citizens to rate their encounter on the app.
Rate Your Experience
Step: 2
After the encounter with law enforcement:
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Citizens will install app on their smart device or log onto the website and create an account **Anonymous submissions are not allowed**
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Select the officer and the type of encounter.
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Rate their experience based on the encounter.
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Receive confirmation their review was successfully submitted.
Data Collection
Step: 3
Data from the evaluation of the police encounter is transmitted to a dedicated cloud server for processing and permanent storage by the appropriate division. To ensure transparency, citizens will also have a permanent storage record of their submissions on their account.
Data Analysis
Step: 4
Data is processed and sent to a team comprised of police administrative personnel and specified city officials with the motive to:
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Improve the department’s relations with the community.
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Improve the efficiency of departmental operations.
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Evaluate individual officers.
The Importance of Submissions
"The Ultimate Strive for Positive Change"
Results from app submissions would allow management to:
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Initiate early intervention strategies that implement positive changes to policies, practices, and procedures.
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Help officers and departments identify their strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots.
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Train/ Retrain officers.
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Reward officers who provide optimum service.
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Remove underperforming officers who fail to demonstrate progressive growth.
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Provide accountability for all.
Testimonials
I had an interaction with Officer Ramirez last week after a minor accident, and I was really impressed by how professional and kind he was. Thanks to Accountability, I was able to share my positive experience in a way that felt meaningful.
Joan Marks
I'll admit, I was skeptical at first, but after using Accountability, I see how beneficial it is for law enforcement. It gives officers like me an opportunity to receive direct feedback from the community and helps departments understand what's working and what's not. I personally received a review that pointed out my patience during a tense situation, which was encouraging. Knowing this constructive feedback is also considered makes this a fair and balanced tool. Great initiative!
Officer D. Smith
I appreciate the idea behind Accountability, but I do wish the review process was a bit faster. I submitted a report about an officer who was unnecessarily rude, and while I got confirmation that it was received, I would like to know more about what happens next. The platform itself is well-designed, and I hope it continues to improve transparency between law enforcement and the public.
Maggie Stalk
Accountability's FAQs
(Frequently Asked Questions)
What is Accountability?
Accountability is a platform where you can provide details on your experience during a recent encounter with a law enforcement officer. Afterwards, the data from submissions will be used to improve relationships between law enforcement and communities.
How will I know if my submission is received?
Within your account, you will receive notifications that your submission was submitted, received, and acknowledged upon each corresponding action.
Is Accountability a social media platform?
No. Accountability is a communication platform that facilitate direct correspondence between you and the police department of the law enforcement officer you recently encountered.
Can everyone see the comments of my submissions?
No. Your comments are only viewable to you, the officer you encountered, and the officer's supervisors.
Do You Want Accountability?
Let YOUR VOICE be heard and tell us if You want Accountability in your city!
