What can be reported

The City of Torrance Internal Audit Division is authorized to receive complaints from employees and members of the public who wish to report an improper governmental activity. An "improper governmental activity" is defined as any action by a City employee directly related to City government that violates the law, ordinance, policies or procedures, economically wasteful, or involves gross misconduct, incompetency, or inefficiency.

What should not be reported

Do not report economic crimes committed against you personally. To report an economic crime please contact the Torrance Police Department directly at 310-618-5641

How complaints are investigated

The complaints received remain confidential, and the identity of the complainant may not be revealed without the permission of the complainant, except to an appropriate law enforcement agency conducting a criminal investigation. Certain protections are granted to whistleblowers for filing complaints.

How to file a complaint

** DO NOT REPORT ECONOMIC CRIMES USING BELOW **

Online Whistleblower Reporting Form Whistleblower Reporting Form

Submit complaint by US mail using standard Whistleblower Reporting Form

Anonymous phone line - (310) 781-7660