Complaints are accepted twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, by either an Internal Affairs officer, a police supervisor, or if necessary any available police officer. Complaints are accepted in person, on the telephone, or by mail. Juveniles, anonymous persons, and other interested third parties may also file a complaint.
You can access and print the Jersey City Police Department Complaint Form using the link below:
JCPD Complaint Form
To submit a complaint by mail or in person please use the following address:
Jersey City Police Department
Internal Affairs Unit
1 Journal Square Plaza
4th Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306
When writing a letter, please keep in mind, the more information you provide about the incident of police misconduct, the better we can assist in addressing your concerns.
If you wish to file a complaint by telephone, you may call 201-547-5472 to contact the Internal Affairs Unit. You may also submit the complaint form via fax to: 201-547-5512.
Additionally, you may file a complaint at any Jersey City Police Department District and your complaint can be accepted by any sworn member of the department.