San Diego County Settles for $15 Million in Jail Death Case
Settlement includes reforms and federal oversight following the death of Elisa Serna in custody.
- San Diego County and a healthcare contractor will pay $15 million to Elisa Serna's family.
- Reforms include new training for jail staff and updated medical protocols for inmates.
- Federal judge to monitor compliance with settlement terms for the next year.
- Serna's family continues to advocate for systemic changes in jail practices.
- Settlement marks the largest wrongful-death payout by the county's Board of Supervisors.