Citizen Resources   The purpose of the Citizen Resources page is to provide information about how a citizen interacts with the criminal justice community, where help can be found, and where you can find answers to many questions, judicial or legislative information. Selecting a link below will open a new window.   Citizen Complaints Submit a complaint if you feel that a member of the MPDC did not meet this standard in serving you, or if you suspect a member has engaged in corruption, excessive force, or other serious misconduct. Citizens Advisory Council The CAC is an advisory panel that provides each police district commander with direct information and recommendations from the community on the public's safety problems and police service needs. Communication Rights for the Deaf or Hard of Hearing The MPDC is providing the following list of "communications rights" so that members of the deaf or hard of hearing community might be aware of their rights when communicating with members of the Department. Criminal Law Database This research tool contains comprehensive information on criminal offenses listed in the D.C. Code and much more. East of the River Clergy-Police-Community Partnership Our mission is intended to reach, assist, and transform young people, especially those whose lives have been affected or influenced by drugs, crime and violence. Metropolitan Police Reserve Corps The Metropolitan Police Reserve Corps is a volunteer program providing qualified civic-minded individuals with the opportunity to assist the MPDC in carrying out its policing responsibilities. PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records) Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) is an electronic public access service that allows users to obtain case and docket information from Federal Appellate, District and Bankruptcy courts, and the U.S. Party/Case Index via the Internet. Partnerships for Problem Solving Partnerships for Problem Solving (PPS), is the MPD’s effort to train police officers, community volunteers, and agency representatives throughout the District in the methods and tools for neighborhood problem solving. Police Ride-Along Program The Police Ride-Along program allows residents to accompany officers during their tour of duty in a police vehicle. This public education program gives residents a better understanding of police operations. Virtual Attorney If you have, legal questions ask the Virtual Attorney. The Public Defender Service provides the Virtual Attorney. Young Lawyers Section Operation Crackdown is a community service project of the Young Lawyers Section of the Bar Association of DC. Operation Crackdown provides community groups with free legal representation to combat crack houses and open-air drug markets.