At the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department, we are committed to professionalism, accountability, and strong community relationships. We welcome commendations for employees who demonstrate exceptional service, and we also encourage community members to share questions or valid concerns about any employee actions. Your feedback helps us recognize excellence and ensure we’re meeting the highest standards in serving our communities.
How to Commend a Police Employee
If you would like to commend a member of the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department for their professionalism, dedication, or service, we welcome your feedback.
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Commendations may be submitted by phone, in writing, or in person. To share your commendation, please contact a department supervisor at (920) 869-3800. You may also mail or deliver a written statement to:
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Hobart-Lawrence Police Department
Attention: Supervisory Personnel
2990 South Pine Tree Road
Hobart, WI 54155
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Your comments will be shared with the employee and their chain of command, and a copy will be placed in the employee’s personnel file.
Personnel Complaint Process
The Hobart-Lawrence Police Department encourages community members to share any legitimate concerns about our personnel or practices. We are committed to thoroughly investigating all complaints to maintain the integrity of our department, protect our employees, and ensure continued public trust.
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If you wish to file a complaint about an employee’s conduct, you may do so by contacting the department directly. A supervisor will be available to speak with you, or you may submit a written account of your concern to the appropriate supervisor. All complaints involving the practices and personnel of the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department will be thoroughly investigated. Once your complaint is received, an investigation will be initiated.
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If you are uncomfortable filing a complaint directly with a member of our department, you may contact the Hobart-Lawrence Police Commission here.
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To assist in the process, you may be asked to provide a written statement describing the employee’s conduct. In addition, you may be subpoenaed and required to testify under oath in a civil or criminal proceeding, as the employee involved may be subject to discipline by the Hobart-Lawrence Police Department and/or prosecuted for violations of the law.
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Finally, malicious and deliberate false accusations are occasionally made against the agency or its employees. Knowingly filing a false report of misconduct against a law enforcement officer is a violation of the law and is punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 pursuant to § 946.66 Wis. Stats.
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