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Paul R. Parker

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CalMattersReportingSep 24, 2026By Paul R. Parker

Jail deaths have surged under California’s elected sheriffs. This reform offers accountability

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.

AB 123 Government Operations and Politics Accountability Jail Deaths Sheriffs California