Inspector General
Marin County Civilian Oversight Commission and Office of Inspector General
Marin Civilian Oversight Commission + OIG
65/100
Summary
Marin's hybrid Civilian Oversight Commission plus Office of Inspector General was established by ordinance in August 2024 under AB 1185. The Commission members are civilians appointed by the Board of Supervisors; the IG provides professional investigative capacity. Commission applications opened December 30, 2024.
Independence Scorecard
65/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 3 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Marin County Code Ch. 2.37 (Ordinance 3824, adopted November 5, 2024)
- Citation
- Marin County Code Ch. 2.37; AB 1185 (Cal. Gov. Code §25303.7)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Marin County Sheriff's Office