California cops can no longer conceal police killings while interrogating loved ones for dirt

California Cops Banned from Concealing Police Killings

A new law in California will put an end to a deceptive policing tactic used against families of people killed by police.

According to the legislation, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, investigators must inform families of what happened to their loved one before questioning them.

Protesters march against police brutality in Los Angeles, California, following a ruling in the cases around the Louisville police killing of Breonna Taylor.

This law was implemented after a Reveal investigation exposed the widespread practice.

Author's summary: California law bans deceptive policing tactic.

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Mother Jones Mother Jones — 2025-10-15

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