The San Diego County Sheriff's Office has agreed to reform medical and dental care in county jails under a settlement approved Tuesday, resolving two claims in a class-action lawsuit over in-custody deaths. - The settlement mandates increased staffing, training, and individualized treatment plans for chronic conditions.
- It follows the 2023 death of Keith Bach, who died after jail staff failed to replenish his insulin pump. - In-custody deaths have declined from 19 in 2022 to three so far this year.
- Four claims remain, including allegations of racial discrimination and denial of access to counsel.