Jail deaths have surged under California’s elected sheriffs. This reform offers accountability
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- Sep 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM
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Counties pay out millions for lawsuits after jail deaths, but sheriffs run the jails. A bill awaits Newsom's signature that could alter that balance of power.
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- CalMatters
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- Paul R. Parker
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- Commentary
- Coverage
- California, US
- Published
- Sep 24, 2026 · 12:00 PM
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