California Attorney General Announces Major Settlement to Reform Wide Range of Practices at the Kern County Sheriff’s Office
Published: Monday, 28 December 2020 05:55
December 28, 2020 - SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Xavier Becerra last week announced a major settlement aimed at reforming a wide range of practices at the Kern County Sheriff’s
Office (KCSO). The agreement comes after an extensive investigation by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and constructive action by KCSO to begin the reform process that will benefit all Kern County residents. The proposed stipulated judgment lodged with the court today works to resolve DOJ's concerns, as alleged in its complaint. As a result of the agreement, the County of Kern and KCSO will engage in a comprehensive set of corrective actions — to be overseen by an independent monitor — to promote public safety, increase transparency and accountability, and enhance KCSO’s relationship with the community by ensuring all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.