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.

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.
Original reporting: CalMatters.
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