San Diego County sheriff outlines jail healthcare reforms

San Diego County Sheriff Kelly Martinez this week outlined what she’s doing to reform the local jail system, which is facing a series of lawsuits alleging unsafe conditions inside many of the aging buildings.

During a presentation to the board of supervisors, Martinez said her department has enacted new policies leading to better medical and mental healthcare for inmates — and fewer in-custody deaths.

“I want this to be foundational, sustainable and the way we operate going forward,” she told the board…

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