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'Unconscionable': DOJ says California prisons failed to stop systemic sexual abuse of female prisoners
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· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Times reported on the DOJ's statement regarding the prisons' failure to prevent abuse.
The US Department of Justice has criticized California prisons for their handling of sexual abuse cases. The DOJ described the situation as unconscionable, specifically highlighting the systemic sexual abuse of female prisoners. Further details on the matter are available from the Los Angeles Times.
The Times reported on the DOJ's statement regarding the prisons' failure to prevent abuse. For more information on the DOJ's findings and the situation in California prisons, readers can refer to the Los Angeles Times coverage.
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Category: local Published: August 13, 2026 Source: Los Angeles Times Reading time: 1 min
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