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Mayor Bass Orders Review of LAPD Policies on Mental Health Crises

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  1. Bass orders policy review of LAPD after criticism regarding shootings and operational issues.

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What happened

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On September 24, 2026, Mayor Karen Bass issued Executive Directive No. 21, ordering an independent evaluation of the Los Angeles Police Department's policies and training. The review will examine uses of force and custodial arrests resulting in death or serious bodily injury over the past five years. Mayor Bass stated that the current training for handling mental health calls is "woefully inadequate".

From newsroomamerica.com, latimes.com

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The directive mandates a comprehensive look at how the Los Angeles Police Department responds to people in crisis, including those with intellectual or physical disabilities. This scrutiny could lead to changes in departmental operational costs and training requirements for the Los Angeles Police Department.

From newsroomamerica.com, latimes.com

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  • Los Angeles Police DepartmentSpeculative

    The Los Angeles Police Department could face increased operational costs due to mandated changes in training and protocols.

  • Los Angeles CountySpeculative

    Los Angeles County could face increased administrative costs related to shared jurisdictional services.

How it developed

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  1. Bass orders policy review of LAPD after criticism regarding shootings and operational issues.1 source
  2. Mayor Bass commented on local law enforcement issues.1 source
  3. Local civic activity in Los Angeles involves the Arts District, LAPD operations led by Robert Leary, and Mayor Karen Bass.Sub-event
  4. Traffic deaths in Los Angeles surpassed homicide victims, indicating a decline in city safety enforcement.Sub-event
  5. The LAPD is currently responding to calls regarding nuisance property in Los Angeles, while the Mayor's office manages the city's overall response to these issues.Sub-event
  6. Mayor Bass issued a directive addressing officer conduct in Los Angeles.1 source
  7. LAPD investigating officer's fatal shooting of a citizen.1 source
  8. LAPD is seeking a reevaluation of its use of force policies.1 source
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  1. Mayor Karen Bass responds to actions taken by the Los Angeles Police Department.1 source

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