Through our investigative work, we aim to:
- Provide a just and efficient means to fairly and timely conduct investigations within our jurisdiction;
- Determine whether individual allegations of misconduct are wellfounded;
- Identify and address patterns of police misconduct; and
- Make policy recommendations to improve the Chicago Police Department, thereby reducing incidents of misconduct.
To achieve these goals, we have cultivated a culture that demonstrates a commitment to the four core values of integrity, independence, timeliness, and transparency.
Training & Professional Development
To seed our values from the start, all COPA employees participate in both onboarding training as new employees and mandatory in-service training throughout the course of the year. A list of our onboarding training is below.
Training | Attendees | Length | Purpose |
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Orientation | All COPA Employees | 1 week |
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Supervisor Training | Supervisors and Directors | 1 week |
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Lead Homicide Investigator Training | Supervisors, Attorneys, Major Case Specialists | 1 week |
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COPA Academy | Investigative Staff and Attorneys | Up to 12 weeks |
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