San Benito, TX · Cameron County
SBPD Complaint Referral Form
A sworn, notarized statement used to file a formal complaint against a San Benito Police Department officer or employee.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
This form lets a member of the public file a formal complaint against a San Benito police officer or employee for alleged misconduct. Consistent with Texas Government Code sections 614.022 and 614.023, the form states that formal complaints against law enforcement must be signed, sworn to, and notarized, and it includes a jurat for a notary to complete.
Who needs it
Anyone filing a formal, written complaint about the conduct of a San Benito Police Department officer or employee.
Why it needs a notary
The form states formal complaints 'need to be signed, sworn to and notarized' and includes a 'Sworn to and subscribed before me' jurat consistent with Texas Government Code 614.022-.023.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the SBPD Complaint Referral Form from cityofsanbenito.com.
- 2
Describe the Incident
Fill in the incident details, officer/employee information, and a brief explanation.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary through Rush Notary.
- 4
Swear and Sign on Video
Take your oath and sign the jurat before the notary on a live video call.
- 5
Submit to SBPD
File the sworn, notarized complaint with the San Benito Police Department.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from San Benito. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I have to notarize a complaint against a San Benito police officer?
- Yes. The form and Texas Government Code 614.022-.023 require formal complaints against law enforcement to be signed, sworn to, and notarized.
- Who signs the SBPD Complaint Referral Form?
- The person making the complaint signs and swears to the statement before a notary.
- How do I get the form notarized online?
- Fill in the incident details and complaint description, then book a live video session with a commissioned online notary to take your oath and sign.
- What happens after I file the notarized complaint?
- The San Benito Police Department's Internal Affairs process reviews and investigates signed, sworn complaints.
- What if I'm not sure whether my situation is a formal complaint?
- Check with the San Benito Police Department if unsure whether your concern should be filed as a formal, sworn complaint.