Seattle Office of Police Accountability

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Seattle Office of Police Accountability OPA is a civilian-led police oversight agency that investigates allegations of misconduct against Seattle Police Department employees.

File a complaint: seattle.gov/opa/complaints/file-a-complaint

View the City’s policies at http://seattle.gov/digital

NEW! Closed Case Summaries (CCSs) have been posted: http://bit.ly/opa_ccs After a thorough review, OPA writes a report w...
10/14/2026

NEW! Closed Case Summaries (CCSs) have been posted: http://bit.ly/opa_ccs

After a thorough review, OPA writes a report with its analysis and recommendations. Then, a Closed Case Summary is posted online, outlining what was investigated, the findings, and any discipline imposed by the police chief.

Stay informed—transparency matters! 🔍

This is your last chance to sign up, registration closes this Thursday, 10/15!The event will include networking time, a ...
10/13/2026

This is your last chance to sign up, registration closes this Thursday, 10/15!

The event will include networking time, a panel & roundtable discussions with time for questions at the end. Registration is required, and is free and open to the public.

🗓️ Thursday, October 22, 3:30-6:30pm
📍 Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room (located on Floor 1 of City Hall - Fifth Avenue entrance)
🆓 Free to attend, all are welcome! Registration is required
📋 Registration closes 10/8/2026 or when spots are filled: https://bit.ly/2026bridgeopa

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, OPA’s office will be closed on Monday, October 12th. We hope you enjoy the var...
10/08/2026

In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, OPA’s office will be closed on Monday, October 12th. We hope you enjoy the various festivities being held around the city that honor and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples!

We will reopen on Tuesday, October 13th. Complaints can still be submitted at seattle.gov/opa or emailed to [email protected].

📣 Sign up now! Join OPA at our second annual symposium!Registration is required & free for the public. The event will in...
10/06/2026

📣 Sign up now! Join OPA at our second annual symposium!

Registration is required & free for the public. The event will include networking time, a panel & roundtable discussions with time for questions at the end. Sign up early as spaces are limited.

🗓️ Thursday, October 22, 3:30-6:30pm
📍 Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room (located on Floor 1 of City Hall - Fifth Avenue entrance)
🆓 Free to attend, all are welcome! Registration is required
📋 Registration closes 10/8/2026 or when spots are filled: https://bit.ly/2026bridgeopa

📰 📢 Our September newsletter is out! Review it here: bit.ly/septnewsopa Sign up to get OPA's monthly newsletter for our ...
09/30/2026

📰 📢 Our September newsletter is out! Review it here: bit.ly/septnewsopa

Sign up to get OPA's monthly newsletter for our community outreach updates, investigation summaries, and police oversight news: bit.ly/OPAnewsletter

Over the weekend, OPA tabled at the CID Night Market, which offers connections to community members who are still learni...
09/29/2026

Over the weekend, OPA tabled at the CID Night Market, which offers connections to community members who are still learning about the Office of Police Accountability. We shared information about our systems, encouraged participation in our community survey, and invited folks to our upcoming Symposium on October 22nd. We look forward to this event every year!

Join OPA at our second annual symposium! Registration is required & free for the public. The event will include networki...
09/22/2026

Join OPA at our second annual symposium!

Registration is required & free for the public. The event will include networking time, a panel & roundtable discussions with time for questions at the end. Sign up early as spaces are limited.

🗓️ Thursday, October 22, 3:30-6:30pm

📍 Seattle City Hall, Bertha Knight Landes Room (located on Floor 1 of City Hall - Fifth Avenue entrance)

🆓 Free to attend, all are welcome! Registration is required

📋 Registration closes 10/8/2026 or when spots are filled: https://bit.ly/2026bridgeopa

OPA is made up of twenty-two civilian employees and nine sworn (police) employees. This mix of people brings different v...
09/15/2026

OPA is made up of twenty-two civilian employees and nine sworn (police) employees. This mix of people brings different viewpoints, which helps make sure investigations are fair, thorough and unbiased.

All investigative decision points are made by civilian employees and the OPA Director has final say.

➡ Check out OPA’s Organizational Chart: https://bit.ly/opaorgchart

🔎 During investigations, OPA may issue a Management Action Recommendation (MAR) to the Chief of Police, suggesting polic...
09/11/2026

🔎 During investigations, OPA may issue a Management Action Recommendation (MAR) to the Chief of Police, suggesting policy or training improvements. While not required, SPD actively collaborates with OPA on solutions.

See all MARs here ➡️ www.seattle.gov/opa/policy/policy-recommendations

On Monday, September 7th, our office will be closed in observance of Labor Day. We are grateful for the workers whose d...
09/04/2026

On Monday, September 7th, our office will be closed in observance of Labor Day. We are grateful for the workers whose dedication, creativity, and care strengthen our city every day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th. Complaints can still be submitted at seattle.gov/opa or emailed to [email protected].

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700 5th Avenue, Suite 17
Seattle, WA
98104

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