Wickson v Calgary (Police Service), 2023 ABLERB 26

The Law Enforcement Review Board found that our client's appeal of a disposition in relation to police misconduct that occurred against her should go forward. While investigating a complaint she made about domestic violence, a Calgary Police officer sent her sexually suggestive text messages. The Chief investigated the misconduct internally without notice to the complainant, even though she made a public complaint within the appropriate time frame. The Chief then argued on appeal that the complainant did not have the right to appeal from the disposition. The Board disagreed and ruled that the complainant's appeal was properly brought.