[California] Los Angeles County Probation Camps: Settlement Agreement
On October 31, 2010, Los Angeles County entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the United States to address the DOJ’s investigation findings into the Los Angeles County Probation Camps. The MOA provisions include implementing new policies that govern the use of force, restricting the use of chemical sprays, creating a system of review when force is used, and ensuring sufficient staffing at the facilities. Additionally, the MOA outlined requirements to develop and implement policies on the assessment and provision of treatment services for young people with mental health needs, along with suicide prevention and treatment measures.
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[California] Los Angeles County Probation Camps: Investigation
[California] Los Angeles County Probation Camps: First Amended Settlement Agreement
[California] Los Angeles County Probation Camps: Second Amended Settlement Agreement