Welcome to the Police Review Commission
An Independent Civilian Review Agency
The PRC was created by Berkeley voters in 1973 to provide independent civilian oversight of the Berkeley Police Department. The PRC advises the City Council, Mayor, and City Manager on the policies, practices, and procedures of the BPD, and investigates complaints of police officer misconduct. More information about the PRC can be found at www.cityofberkeley.info/prc/.
To reach the Berkeley Police Review Commission:
Call 510.981.4950 or email prc@cityofberkeley.info.
The Berkeley Police Review Commission (PRC) is an independent body appointed by the City Council. The PRC reviews Police Department policies, practices and procedures, and investigates citizen complaints against Police Department sworn personnel.
For additional information and to see the PRC general brochure, please click here.
If you are interested in becoming a Commissioner, click here for information and to download the application.
Police Review Commissioners and Appointing Officials
Police Review Commissioner
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Appointing Official
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George Perezvelez (Chair)
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Mayor Bates
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| Terry Roberts (Vice Chair) |
Councilmember Susan Wengraf (6)
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Alison Bernstein
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Councilmember Maxwell Anderson (3)
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Jerry Javier
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Councilmember Kriss Worthington (7)
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George Lippman
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Councilmember Jesse Arreguin (4)
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Michael Sherman
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Councilmember Darryl Moore (2)
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Kad Smith
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Councilmember Lori Droste (8)
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Ayelet Waldman
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Councilmember Linda Maio (1)
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Ari Yampolsky
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Councilmember Laurie Capitelli (5)
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STAFF
Katherine J. Lee - Police Review Commission Officer
Byron Norris - PRC Investigator
Maritza Martinez - Administrative Support