Police Data Collection Request (2022)
| Tracking # |
SR-00059707 |
| Submitted | Aug. 9, 2023 |
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the California Public Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022.
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal.
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022.
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data in this request in spreadsheet format. If individualized data are unavailable, please send information that includes aggregate statistics for the item instead.
Note that my requests for civilian complaints are specifically for civilian complaints, please do not include complaints filed by one officer/the department against another officer.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 calendar days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Samuel Sinyangwe
From: Sunnyvale Police Department
Dear Samuel,
Thank you for your submittal.
You selected the ‘Reply Needed’ check box, so you should receive an initial response from staff within 10 calendar days.
Please note that if you have submitted your request on or after 5:00 pm, it will not be viewed until the next business day.
Service Request Details:
Service Request Number: SR-00059707
Service Request Type: Public Records Request
Description: Pursuant to the California Public Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022.
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal.
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022.
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data in this request in spreadsheet format. If individualized data are unavailable, please send information that includes aggregate statistics for the item instead.
Note that my requests for civilian complaints are specifically for civilian complaints, please do not include complaints filed by one officer/the department against another officer.
Created On: 8/10/2023 9:32 AM
Thank you,
The City of Sunnyvale
From: Sunnyvale Police Department
Dear Samuel,
Thank you for your message. I have created a service ticket for you using our online system, Access Sunnyvale, so that you can track the progress of your request. To check the status of service ticket# SR-00059707, please go to our website<https://sunnyvale.dynamics365portals.us/> and type in your ticket number. You will receive a notification from the system as well.
If you have further questions, please let me know.
Sincerely,
MARIBELLE HIGHTOWER
Senior Office Assistant
Office of the City Manager
Phone: 408-730-2716
City Clerk Phone: 408-730-7483
mhightower@sunnyvale.ca.gov<https://sunnyvale.ca.gov/>
From: Sunnyvale Police Department
Thank you for your inquiry. Your request has been forwarded to staff in our Department of Public Safety and they will be following-up with you shortly. Please contact them at 408-730-7100 if you do not hear back within ten calendar days. In the meantime, should you need any further information feel free to contact me at 408-730-7483 or by email at cityclerk@sunnyvale.ca.gov<mailto:cityclerk@sunnyvale.ca.gov>
Details of Service Request are as below:
Service Request Number: SR-00059707
Submitted On: 8/10/2023 9:32 AM
Request Type: Public Records Request
Description: Pursuant to the California Public Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022.
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal.
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022.
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data in this request in spreadsheet format. If individualized data are unavailable, please send information that includes aggregate statistics for the item instead.
Note that my requests for civilian complaints are specifically for civilian complaints, please do not include complaints filed by one officer/the department against another officer.
Sincerely,
Maribelle Hightower
Senior Office Assistant
Office of the City Manager
City of Sunnyvale
From: Sunnyvale Police Department
Dear Samuel Sinyangwe,
Please see below for response to your inquiries. Please reach out if you have any questions.
Request
Response
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022.
11
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.)
9 - hands, 1 - bodily force, 1 - CEW
3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
Information is posted here:
https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3062/638224172013600000
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
Information is posted here:
https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3062/638224172013600000
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
Information is posted here:
https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3062/638224172013600000
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
Information is posted here:
https://www.sunnyvale.ca.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/3062/638224172013600000
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal.
0
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022.
3 - Hispanic, 4 - White, 3 - Black, 1 - Asian
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Public Safety Records Manager
Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety
Phone: 408-730-7163
Fax: 408-730-7705
From: Sunnyvale Police Department
Dear Samuel,
Your service request has been closed, Service Request Number: SR-00059707
Thank you,
The City of Sunnyvale