When conducting workplace investigations involving first responders, investigators must navigate unique legal requirements under California’s Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights (POBR) and Firefighter Bill of Rights (FBOR). These statutes guide investigations into police and firefighter misconduct. They impose stricter procedural requirements than standard employment investigations, with critical notice and admonition requirements for Respondents accused of misconduct.
Critical Timing and Strategic Considerations
Before considering specific requirements, investigators must be acutely aware of statutory deadlines. Both POBR and FBOR impose a one-year statute of limitations from discovery of alleged misconduct for employers to notify employees of potential discipline. Therefore