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

California Cops Banned from Concealing Police Killings

A new California law, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, will require investigators to inform families of people seriously injured or killed by police what has happened before questioning them.

A Reveal investigation helped spark a crackdown on a disturbing, widespread practice.

This legislation aims to prevent deceptive policing tactics used against families of people killed by police.

Author's summary: California law now requires transparency in police investigations.

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Mother Jones Mother Jones — 2025-10-15

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