Panel to request investigations into harassment of families affected by fatal use of force
Civilian Oversight Commission to vote on a motion directing the Office of Inspector General and the Sheriff's Department to initiate formal investigations.
When:
Tuesday, November 19, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where:
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
One Gateway Plaza, 3rd Floor Boardroom
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Who:
- Los Angeles County Civilian Oversight Commissioners
- Brian K. Williams, Esq., Executive Director, L.A. County Civilian Oversight Commission
- Dr. Jonathan R. Lucas, L.A. County Medical Examiner-Coroner
- Miriam Brown, Outreach, Engagement & Triage Deputy Director, Department of Mental Health
- Max Huntsman, Inspector General, L.A. County Office of Inspector General
- Tim Murakami, Undersheriff, L.A. County Sheriff's Department
What:
The Civilian Oversight Commission for the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department is hosting its monthly commission meeting. Items that will be discussed include:
- L.A. County Medical Examiner-Coroner presentation on the department's duties and responsibilities
- Family Assistance Program adopted by the Board of Supervisors on July 9, 2019
- Harassment allegations of families affected by fatal uses of force by the Sheriff’s Department
The public is encouraged to attend. As the Commission works to boost transparency and accountability, community input is vital to the ongoing analysis of the department’s policies, practices and procedures.
View the full agenda.
Parking:
Media is encouraged to park on the far south end of the plaza, closest to the 101 Freeway. This grey concrete section, circled in green below, is away from active transit areas.
Media Contact:
Jennifer Osborn, Community Information Officer
josborn@coc.lacounty.gov
Office: (213) 253-5678
Cell: (213) 952-9036
Please contact us to request special accommodations.
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