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Disciplinary Actions Overview – St. Petersburg Police Department

Written by CBKN76

Over the past decade, the St. Petersburg Police Department has faced several disciplinary actions involving individual officers. Notable cases include improper use of force, DUI arrests, and falsification of payroll records. Typical punishments have ranged from unpaid suspensions and mandatory counseling to reassignments within the department. Use-of-force incidents have led to additional training requirements for officers involved. Department-wide, there have been instances of supervisors falsifying work hours, indicating systemic issues that have been addressed through policy changes and disciplinary measures.

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