A Message to the Public

    The Commission welcomes the input of concerned citizens in the fight against organized crime, corruption, and the waste and abuse of taxpayer funds, as has recently been exhibited in public hearings and reports issued by us.
    Our mandate is to identify and investigate matters that may require administrative or legislative reform, civil remedies or even criminal prosecution.
    Legitimate complaints received either directly at our offices, through regular mail or by the e-mail hotline available on our Website are carefully evaluated to determine the most effective and efficient manner of response. In some instances, matters brought to our attention may become part of a larger investigative record or they may be referred to other more appropriate governmental agencies for consideration. Unlike the fictional investigations on television that are wrapped up within a half-hour episode, in the real world, it takes time and dedication to be factually accurate. But in every case, the interests of an informed and responsive citizenry are paramount.
    Americans should never accept crime or corruption as a way of life. There is a system in place in our Republic to address a citizen’s problems and to work out a just conclusion. This structure includes the vast majority of honest, hard-working individuals with whom we are privileged to work including governmental agencies, elected officials, responsible private sector mediators and, of course, the prosecutors, Attorney General, U.S. Attorney and the courts
    The Commission was established to serve the people of New Jersey fairly and independently by investigating and exposing systemic problems and by recommending significant improvements to the essential legislative and enforcement arms of government. That is what we do best. We are fact-finders and advocates for reform and are dedicated to the successful pursuit of those goals.

Alan A. Rockoff
Executive Director