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How to Report Harassment or Retaliation in Law Enforcement

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February 24, 2026•1 min read

A step-by-step path for officers who need to report harassment or retaliation

Police1, February 24, 2026 - Bridget Truxillo lays out a practical sequence for officers facing harassment or retaliation: recognize what federal law protects, document every incident as it happens, and put the complaint in writing through the agency's own procedure. The column covers what to watch for after reporting, the 180 and 300 day windows for filing with the EEOC or a state agency, union grievance options, and where to find support while the process runs.

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Bridget Truxillo

Bridget Truxillo

Bridget was a Deputy Sheriff in Florida and after spending time in patrol she transferred to the Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit (NOCU), and also joined the SWAT team. Bridget knows the challenges law enforcement officers and first responders face, both outside and inside their agencies based on her experiences with her agency, and with the public.

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