Stipulated Judgment
In August 2021, the California Department of Justice (CALDOJ) entered into a stipulated judgment with the City of Bakersfield (City) and the Bakersfield Police Department (BPD) regarding BPD’s policies and practices. As part of the agreement, the City and BPD will engage in a comprehensive set of actions – overseen by an independent monitor – to promote public safety, strengthen oversight and accountability systems, continue to increase support for officers, and protect the statutory and constitutional rights of the people of Bakersfield.
Year One Monitoring Report
The Monitor’s Year One Report was filed with the Court on January 13, 2023.
Year Two Monitoring Report
The Monitor is pleased to report that the Year Two Report was filed with the Court on January 19, 2024. The BPD made progress in Year Two, and we anticipate measurable success in Year Three as the department moves toward the reform goals it agreed upon as outlined in the Stipulated Judgment.