| Error | Consequence | Fix | |-------|-------------|-----| | Incomplete suspect descriptor | Unable to issue APB if suspect later located | Fill all possible fields, even if “unknown” | | Narrative too brief (“per complainant”) | Rejected by supervisor or DA | Write full sequence: who, what, when, where, why no arrest | | No disposition code | Report not closable in system | Always select a disposition | | Missing complainant signature (if required) | Cannot be used as sworn statement | Explain in policy: signature not always required for UF-49 unless complainant wants to swear |
| COMPLAINANT | LAST: ____________________ FIRST: _______________ MI: ___ DOB: ___________ SEX: [ ] M [ ] F [ ] X RACE: _____ HOME ADDR: _____________________________________________ APT: _____ CITY: ____________ STATE: ___ ZIP: _________ PHONE: ( ________ ALT PHONE: ( ) ________ ID PRESENTED: [ ] DL [ ] NON-DRIVER [ ] OTHER: _________ uf 49 format nypd template
If you need a fillable PDF mock-up of this UF-49 template, an editable Word document, or a training checklist for new officers, let me know. | Error | Consequence | Fix | |-------|-------------|-----|