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Publications
The Authority issues public documents across three broad areas: reports of investigations of Police conduct, practice, policy or procedure; reports of the monitoring and inspection of places of Police detention; and reports as required by statute, such as annual reports and statements of intent.
Reports on investigations
Latest reports on investigations:
Operation Eight: The Report of the Independent Police Conduct Authority
22 May 2013 - An Independent Police Conduct Authority report has found that Police acted unlawfully in establishing road blocks and detaining and searching people during ‘Operation Eight’. Full Report (PDF,1587.2kb). Media Statement
Report released on triple fatality following Police pursuit
9 May 2013 - An independent investigation into three deaths and a serious injury following a Police pursuit of a fleeing car in Gisborne last year was released today. More>>
Use of Taser justified
14 March 2013 - An independent investigation has found that a Police officer was justified in using a Taser to arrest a man during an incident in Hornby, Christchurch, on 13 May 2010. Summary report (PDF, 348KB)
Police could have prevented death, independent report finds
28 February 2013 - Police could have prevented the death of Diane White, the Independent Police Conduct Authority has found.Full report (PDF, 1,786KB) Media release
Report on Police pursuit released
4 February 2013 - The Independent Police Conduct Authority has recommended that Police review and change their policies following a pursuit of a motorcyclist who suffered serious bodily harm, including a severe brain injury, when he crashed during a Police pursuit. Full report (PDF, 1650 KB), media statement
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Reports on places of Police detention
In addition to the IPCA Act 1988, the Authority has international responsibilities under the Crimes of Torture Act 1989 to monitor places of Police detention, such as cells and vehicles. This is regarded by the Authority as quite distinct to its role handling complaints about Police conduct. more >>
Accountability documents
Briefing to the Incoming Minister
02 February 2012 - The Independent Police Conduct Authority provided a Briefing to the Incoming Minister of Justice in December 2011. More>>
Annual Report for the Year to 30 June 2012
27 November 2012 - The Independent Police Conduct Authority Annual Report has been published. More>>
Statement of Intent 2012
28 June 2012 - We envisage our operating environment continuing to evolve – with greater complexity an enduring feature. We need flexible decision-making systems and a resource model that identifies and adapts to changes in our operating environment. We will continue to assess and improve our ability to deliver services more effectively. Download>> (PDF, 1.2 MB)
Disclosure of Expenses
This information is provided in response to the State Services Commissioner's introduction of a disclosure regime for expenses, gifts and hospitality. More>>
More accountability documents