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RULE 7. COMMISSION INQUIRIES Inquiries into matters within the jurisdiction of the Commission may be initiated by motion of its members at any time or submitted in writing by a member of the public and discussed by the Commission at its earliest convenience. Such public requests shall be received in the Commission's office at least ten (10) days prior to the next regular meeting and shall include: (a) Name, address, and telephone number of petitioner; (b) Nature of the petitioner's interest and the reasons for requesting an inquiry; (c) A complete statement of the relevant facts relating to the petitioner's request; (d) Position or contention of the petitioner. RULE 8. CHARGES BROUGHT BY THE PUBLIC A. FILING OF COMPLAINTS A charge, herein called a "complaint" against the conduct of the department or any of its members or employees while on duty or acting under the color of authority shall be in writing, signed, and dated by the complainant under oath before a Notary Public. The notarized complaint must be received by the Commission's office not more than ninety (90) days from the date of the incident. A complaint form or letter signed, dated, and notarized by the complainant's immediate family shall be accepted as a complaint if the victim is deceased. The subject complaint shall be considered by the Commission as soon as practicable based on scheduling of the complainant and the Commission. B. COMPLAINT CLASSIFICATION GUIDELINES Complaints shall be classified under the following standards of conduct: Standard of Conduct - Members shall conduct their lives in such a manner as to avoid bringing themselves or the department into disrepute. 2. Performance of Duty - Members shall perform their duties as required or directed by law, departmental procedures, policies, or orders of a command or supervisory officer. All lawful duties shall be performed promptly notwithstanding the general assignment of duties and responsibilities. Obedience to Laws, Written Orders, Policies - Members of the department shall observe and obey all federal and state laws, ordinances of the County of Hawaii, and all orders, policies, directives, regulations, etc., of the department. 4. Commission of any Criminal Act - Members shall not commit any criminal act. 5