In April 2024, the California Department of Justice (CALDOJ) entered into a settlement agreement with the City of Vallejo (City) and the Vallejo Police Department (VPD) requiring reforms to VPD’s policies and practices. As part of the agreement, the City and VPD will engage in a comprehensive set of actions – led by an independent evaluator, Jensen Hughes, and overseen by CALDOJ – to promote public safety, reduce unlawful uses of force, eliminate racial and identity disparities, strengthen accountability systems, continue to increase support for officers, and protect the statutory and constitutional rights of the people of Vallejo.