Inspector General
Sacramento County Office of Inspector General
Sacramento OIG
45/100
Summary
Sacramento County's Office of Inspector General was established in 2015 to review citizen complaints against Sheriff's Office personnel. Cal. Gov't Code §25303.7 (AB 1185, eff. 2021) grants the IG independent authority to issue subpoenas, compel witness testimony, and access peace officer personnel records required for oversight. The IG makes advisory recommendations to the Board of Supervisors, County Executive, and Sheriff; it has no binding disciplinary power. The IG serves under a 2-year contract approved by the Board of Supervisors. The position was vacant as of late 2025 and filled by contract effective May 2026.
Independence Scorecard
45/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | At will (weak protection) |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | Advisory only (not binding) |
Statute
- Name
- Sacramento County Code (Office of Inspector General, est. 2015)
- Citation
- Cal. Gov't Code §25303.7 (AB 1185); Sacramento County Code
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
Sacramento County Sheriff's Office