Policy
All inquiries, including requests for interviews, will be directed to the Public Information Officer (PIO). Inquiries regarding “on-scene” incidents shall be referred to the ranking officer (or designee) in charge at the scene. Only factual public information related to that incident shall be released. Updates to that incident may be obtained by contacting the PIO during normal business hours.
- No MPD employee should initiate a media contact without going through the PIO.
- Inquiries regarding current investigations shall be referred to the PIO.
- MPD employees shall not release information on any case where the progress of an investigation may be jeopardized by premature media coverage.
- MPD employees shall not represent opinion as fact.
Definitions
Refer to the Commonly Used Terms page for general definitions.
- Investigation: A structured process of gathering, examining, and evaluating facts and evidence to determine what occurred, assess compliance with laws and policies, and support appropriate actions or decisions.
- Public Information Officer: Disseminates information to the public and media.