Investigates civilian complaints about NYPD officers involving excessive force, abuse of authority, discourtesy, and offensive language. It's the largest civilian oversight agency for law enforcement in the country. This is the only independent body where New Yorkers can file complaints against police misconduct and have them investigated by non-police civilians. When it's underfunded or understaffed, there's essentially no outside check on NYPD behavior.
Spending
$17.4M
976 transactions →
Payroll
$16.4M
4,685 pay records →
Budget (Adopted)
$29.2M
$18.3M spent
Avg Salary
$94.1K
across 4,685 records
Did You Know
The CCRB received 5,663 complaints in 2024 but had to close nearly half without a full investigation due to staffing shortages -- meaning the watchdog is watching with one eye closed.
| CCRB-PS | $16.5M |
| AXON ENTERPRISE INC | $229.8K |
| SOLOH PARTNERS INC | $103.5K |
| COMPULINK TECHNOLOGIES INC | $81.4K |
| Naka Technologies LLC | $80.2K |
| INVESTIGATOR (CCRB) | 2,133 staff | $68.2K avg |
| INVESTIGATIVE MANAGER (CCRB) | 451 staff | $125.4K avg |
| SUPERVISOR OF INVESTIGATORS (CCRB) | 427 staff | $96.4K avg |
| EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL | 422 staff |
| $152.1K avg |
| AGENCY ATTORNEY | 216 staff | $93.4K avg |
Headcount
Approximately 200 staff members including investigators, with a 15-member oversight board appointed by the Mayor, City Council, Police Commissioner, and Public Advocate
Who It Serves
Any person who has had a negative interaction with an NYPD officer, and the broader public through transparency and accountability
Category
Public Safety