[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.

Related Actions:
[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

File Type: pdf
Categories: Practice Guide, Resource Library
Tags: 14th Amendment, Chemical Agents, Civil Rights, Conditions of Confinement, CRIPA, DOJ Action on Facilities, Facility Staff, Health and Mental Health, Physical Restraint, Substantive Due Process, Training