Internal Affairs
7919 Independence Blvd., A-20
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225) 925-6189
In 1972 the Louisiana State Police created the office of Internal Affairs to investigate complaints against
employees of the Department of Public Safety.
The mission of Internal Affairs is to protect the integrity of the department by ensuring compliance
with the highest ethical standards, performance criteria, and commitment to public service. Internal
Affairs thoroughly and impartially investigates complaints of employee misconduct. Additionally, Internal
Affairs investigates the background of Department of Public Safety applicants to ensure that only the
best candidates are considered for employment. Internal Affairs compiles information that assists in
identifying trends, patterns, problem areas, and other improprieties by the department's employees.
Other duties of the Internal Affairs section include investigating, as requested, the background of the
Governor's appointees and the employees of other agencies, and coordinating the activities of the promotion
board.
The State Police accepts all complaints against the Department of Public Safety's employees. To file a complaint,
contact the office of Internal Affairs or the Troop Commander in
the respective areas. The agency compiles an annual statistical summary report based on records taken
from Internal Affairs investigations. The annual statistical report is available to the public as well as
to agency employees upon their written request.
Personnel Complaint Affidavit