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===== Retired Judge ===== | ===== Retired Judge ===== | ||
Previously, only a police commissioner would review the file. However, complainants can now request that the OPCC appoint a retired judge to review the file and determine whether or not the decision was correct (''Police Act'', | Previously, only a police commissioner would review the file. However, complainants can now request that the OPCC appoint a retired judge to review the file and determine whether or not the decision was correct (''Police Act'', section 117(1)). The complainant must make the request in writing within '''10 business days''' of receiving the discipline authority's decision (''Police Act'', section 117(2)). It is rare to have a retired judge review the file in less serious cases due to limited resources. There is a more realistic chance of success when the OPCC appoints a retired judge. | ||
For further information, please see http://www.opcc.bc.ca. | For further information, please see http://www.opcc.bc.ca. | ||