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County counsel: Milwaukee may create civilian review board but it would be advisory
Summary
An informational analysis from Milwaukee County corporation counsel says the county may establish a civilian review board to advise on sheriff's policies but such a board would have limited authority over the constitutionally-elected sheriff. The committee received the report and placed it on file.
Milwaukee County’s Office of the Corporation Counsel told the Judiciary, Law Enforcement and General Services Committee that the county may lawfully establish a civilian review board (CRB) to advise on policing policies and practices, but the board would have limited power to compel action by the Milwaukee County Sheriff.
Key point: The county may create an advisory civilian review board, but it cannot compel the sheriff — a separately elected constitutional officer — to comply with board recommendations…
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