September 2026 Sustained Cases Report

Complaint Number: MCD-2025-0192
Date Filed with IAD11/19/25
Allegation TypeCU, ND
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/29/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedBoard Police Commission, Termination
Actions Date/ RangePending
Incident StatusOpen - Pending Police Commission
Complaint SummaryRegularly leaves shift early, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule #4 Reporting for Duty. Falsifies time and attendance records, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule #1 - Misconduct.
Complaint Number: MCD-2025-0203
Date Filed with IAD12/21/25
Allegation TypeND
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range09/16/2026
Incident StatusClosed
Complaint SummaryFinished a training and went home hours before regular work shift ended without checking in with a supervisor, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule 4, Reporting for duty. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0009
Date Filed with IAD1/14/26
Allegation TypeFTA (Range)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range09/17/2026
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryFailed to appear for mandatory Range requalification, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule 5 & Department Notice 25-084 (Range Qualification). 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0021
Date Filed with IAD1/28/26
Allegation TypeND (x2)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedRetraining, Written Reprimand
Actions Date/ RangePending
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryWas subpoenaed to court and did not appear as ordered, in violation of DGO 3.08.I.A - Court Appearances. Did not confirm receipt of the subpoenas, in violation of DN 25-070 - E-Subpoena Service. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0029
Date Filed with IAD2/23/26
Allegation TypeFTA (Range)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedRetraining, Written Reprimand
Actions Date/ RangePending
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryFailed to report to bi-annual Range Qualification, in violation of DN 22-071 Range Qualification and DGO 2.01.03, Rule 5 Performing Duties. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0041
Date Filed with IAD4/9/26
Allegation TypeFTA (Range)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedRetraining, Written Reprimand
Actions Date/ RangePending
Incident StatusOpen - Pending Chiefs Hearing
Complaint SummaryDid not attend range qualification during their required qualification month, in violation of DN 25-084, Range Qualification and Weapons Storage. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0058
Date Filed with IAD5/1/26
Allegation TypeND (Lost Property)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range09/22/2026
Incident StatusClosed
Complaint SummaryLost a department-issued radio while on duty, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule 23. Did not report the lost radio prior to reporting off duty in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule 23.   
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0067
Date Filed with IAD6/1/26
Allegation TypeFTA (Range)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedRetraining, Written Reprimand
Actions Date/ Range 
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryFailed to report for bi-annual Range Qualification in violation of DN 22-071 Range Qualification and DGO 2.01.03, Rule 5 Performing Duties. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0071
Date Filed with IAD6/1/26
Allegation TypeFTA (Range)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range 
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryFailed to report for bi-annual Range Qualification in violation of DN 22-071 Range Qulification and DGO 2.01.03, Rule 5 Performing Duties. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0075
Date Filed with IAD6/16/26
Allegation TypeND (Lost Property)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range 
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryLost property belonging to a prisoner, in violation of DGO 2.01.03 - Neglect of Duty. 
Complaint Number: MCD-2026-0078
Date Filed with IAD6/12/26
Allegation TypeND (Lost Property)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range09/15/2026
Incident StatusClosed
Complaint SummaryLost a Department-issued Body Worn Camera (BWC) while on duty, in violation of DGO 2.01.03, Rule 23, Department Property.
Complaint Number: MCDO-2026-0002
Date Filed with IAD7/8/26
DPA Complaint #00071485-26
Date Filed with DPA3/1/26
Allegation TypeCU 
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedRetraining
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryBehavior was inappropriate, in violation of SF Health Code Article 19 F & DGO 2.01, Rule 35. Improper driving, in violation of DGO 5.05 & CVC 21052. 
Complaint Number: MCDO-2026-0003
Date Filed with IAD7/8/26
DPA Complaint #00069248-26
Date Filed with DPA1/15/26
Allegation TypeUA
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedTermination
Actions Date/ Range03/13/2026
Incident StatusOpen - Assigned to Attorney
Complaint SummaryConducted an improper search or seizure, in violation of DGO 5.03. 
Complaint Number: MCDO-2026-0005
Date Filed with IAD7/19/26
DPA Complaint #00072348-26
Date Filed with DPA3/22/26
Allegation TypeND (BWC)
Summary of IAD FindingsImproper Conduct
Date of Sustained Finding09/01/2026
Actions/ Discipline ImposedAdmonishment, Retraining
Actions Date/ Range09/30/2026
Incident StatusClosed
Complaint SummaryFailure to Activate a Body-Worn Camera as Required, in violation of DGO 10.11. 

Note: While efforts were made to present narrative related only to sustained complaints, descriptions provided in the complaint summary field may include details that were investigated but not corroborated by IAD.

  • Guide to Acronyms

    ACE – Access Control Event
    AI – Administrative Investigation
    AWOL – Absent Without Leave
    BWC – Body Worn Camera
    CAD – Computer-Aided Dispatch
    CIT – Crisis Intervention Team
    CRD – Conduct Reflecting Discredit
    CSI – Crime Scene Investigation
    CU – Conduct Unbecoming
    CVC – California Vehicle Code
    DB – Department Bulletin
    DGO – Department General Order
    DM – Department Manual
    DN – Department Notice
    DOC – Department Operations Center
    DPA – San Francisco Department of Police Accountability
    DSW – Disaster Service Worker
    DUI – Driving Under the Influence
    DV – Domestic Violence
    EEO – Equal Employment Opportunity
    ERIW – Extended Range Impact Weapon
    FMLA – Family and Medical Leave Act
    FTA – Failure to Appear
    FTO – Field Training Officer
    HRMS – Human Resource Management System
    LEP – Language Access Services for Limited English Proficient
    MOU – Memorandum of Understanding
    MRF – Member Response Form
    ND – Neglect of Duty
    ICD – In Custody Death
    OC – Oleoresin Capsicum (pepper spray)
    OID – Officer Involved Discharge (of Firearm)
    OIS – Officer Involved Shooting
    PIP – Performance Improvement Plan
    SDCS – Stop Data Collection System
    SFDA – San Francisco District Attorney’s Office
    SFO – San Francisco International Airport
    SIDA – Security Identification Display Area
    TSA – Transportation Security Administration
    UA – Unwarranted Action
    UOF – Use of Force/Excessive or Unnecessary Force