civilian review board

noun

1. a quasi-judicial board of appointed or elected citizens that investigates complaints against the police.

Word History and Origins

Origin of civilian review board¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

In the weeks since his death, anti-violence advocates organized a vigil calling for a number of reforms, including the creation of a civilian review board.

From Seattle Times

In the two weeks since Seabrooks’ death, anti-violence advocates have organized a vigil calling for a number of reforms, including the creation of a civilian review board.

From Seattle Times

Though Justice Department officials praised local leaders for making changes since Taylor’s death, including installing an inspector general and a civilian review board, the Louisville police department has faced continued turmoil in the top ranks.

From Washington Post

In Charlotte, N.C., where state law requires a court order to release police videos, officials have struggled to find a balance between transparency and the broader impact of releasing upsetting, violent images, said Tonya Jameson, chair of that city’s civilian review board.

From Los Angeles Times

Nearly 150 New York City police officers committed misconduct, including using excessive force, while responding to the 2020 protests over the killing of George Floyd, according to a report released Monday by a civilian review board.

From Seattle Times