Pittsburgh Citizen Police Review Board
CPRB
Summary
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The Pittsburgh CPRB was created by citizen ballot initiative and established by city ordinance in 1997 under Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter § 228. Seven city residents serve as board members; no current or former city employees may serve. Three members are appointed directly by the Mayor; four are appointed from a City Council nominee list.
The CPRB has full subpoena power over documents and testimony, including OMI files, department management files, personnel files, use-of-force reports, and early-warning system data. Disciplinary recommendations are advisory — the Mayor and Police Chief retain final authority — but failure by an officer to cooperate constitutes an act of misconduct under Bureau rules. Budget is appropriated by City Council.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 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
- Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances, Title Six, Article VI — Citizen Police Review Board; Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter § 228
- Citation
- Pittsburgh Code §§ 660–661; Pittsburgh Home Rule Charter § 228 (1997)
- Full text
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Jurisdiction scope
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police