Columbia Mediation ordinance (§ 21-55)

(a) Unless a complaint involves an allegation of criminal activity by a police officer, the police chief may refer a complaint to mediation.

(b) If the complainant and the police officer are able to reach an agreement through mediation, records relating to alleged misconduct shall be closed records to the extent allowed by law.

(c) If the complainant and the police officer are unable to resolve the complaint through mediation, or a party declines to participate in mediation, the complainant and the police officer may pursue the complaint or an appeal as set forth in this article.

(d) Statements by the police officer or the complainant during a mediation session shall not be used by either party for any other purpose.