Under what circumstance does the complaints committee NOT have the authority to investigate?

The complaints committee does not have the authority to investigate when the complaint is informal or verbal because such complaints lack the necessary formal documentation that typically initiates an investigation. Formal written complaints provide clear details and specifics that allow the committee to evaluate the validity and severity of the claim. Without a written record, informal or verbal complaints may not meet the protocol for triggering an official investigation, as they can be ambiguous and difficult to substantiate. This ensures that the committee's resources are focused on actionable and clear cases, maintaining a standard for the integrity and effectiveness of the investigative process.