Request Police Use of Force Policy - Auckland

Public Safety Auckland 3 Minutes Read · published February 11, 2026 Flag of Auckland
Auckland, Auckland — To request the police use-of-force policy under LGOIMA, start with Auckland Council's official guidance on making an official information request via the council's information pages: Auckland Council LGOIMA guidance[1]. Include clear dates, locations and the specific policy or document title you want and state whether you want a copy or the opportunity to inspect records. Requests should name the requester and provide contact details. Allow time for the council to consult any third parties, including New Zealand Police, and note that some material may be withheld or redacted for privacy or law enforcement reasons.
Requests should be clear and include dates, locations, and your contact details.

Penalties & Enforcement

The Auckland Council pages and linked police policy do not set monetary fines for refusing to provide official information under LGOIMA; specific fine amounts are not specified on the cited pages.[1][2] Enforcement and remedies for official information disputes typically proceed by complaint to the Office of the Ombudsman, judicial review, or internal review processes; the Ombudsman can recommend release but does not generally impose fines. For internal police discipline arising from use-of-force incidents, New Zealand Police publish policy and may take employment or disciplinary action under their internal rules; specific sanctions and amounts are not specified on the cited police policy page.[2]

  • Response timeframes: not specified on the cited Auckland Council page; check the council page when lodging a request.
  • Charges or fees: not specified on the cited council page for routine requests; see the official request form for any stated charges.
  • Appeal/review: complain to the Ombudsman or seek judicial review; time limits are not specified on the cited pages so confirm with the Ombudsman or council when you lodge a request.
  • Non-monetary remedies: internal review, Ombudsman recommendations, redaction requests, and employment/disciplinary processes administered by New Zealand Police.

Applications & Forms

To lodge a request use the Auckland Council official information request page or form; if you prefer you can write to the council by post or email. The council provides a submission page and contact details for official information requests on its site: Make an official information request[3]. The cited page should list any required fields, submission methods and where to send attachments; if a specific named form or fee is required it will be shown there.

You must include enough detail for staff to locate the records.

FAQ

Who do I send a LGOIMA request to for police documents in Auckland?
Send the request to Auckland Council's official information team; the council will coordinate with New Zealand Police if the police hold or control the records.
Will the police release their use-of-force policy on request?
Policies may be released, withheld, or redacted where exemptions apply for privacy, security or law enforcement; the cited police policy page explains the policy but does not guarantee release decisions.
Is there a fee or time limit?
The council's public pages do not specify fixed fees or response time amounts on the cited pages; consult the council request page for current details.

How-To

  1. Identify the exact policy or documents you need, including dates and locations where relevant.
  2. Use the Auckland Council official information request page or form to lodge your request and include contact details.[3]
  3. State whether you want copies or inspection and whether you accept redacted versions.
  4. If the council consults New Zealand Police, await their response; if you disagree with a decision, ask for an internal review and then complain to the Ombudsman if unresolved.
  5. Keep a record of your submission, any reference numbers, and correspondence for appeals.

Key Takeaways

  • Start with Auckland Council's official information request page to lodge LGOIMA requests.
  • Provide precise details to help staff locate the policy or records you seek.
  • If you disagree with a decision, pursue internal review and the Ombudsman as next steps.

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