Roadmap to Reform: Strengthening the Accountability Mechanisms of the San Francisco Police Department

This report addresses the broad problem of accountability within the San Francisco Police Department and outlines changes that can be made to build more effective systems of accountability. These changes include adopting stronger whistleblower protections, mandating compliance with and follow up on citizen complaints, and instituting automatic disciplinary investigation triggers. Local officials can use this report to assess current accountability mechanisms within their community and advocate for suitable proposed changes within their own city.