In October 2022, two lawsuits were filed accusing former Undersheriff John Mineau of sexually harassing female co-workers. The Monterey County Civil Rights Office substantiated these claims, finding that Mineau sent messages of a sexual nature to the women, violating the county’s sexual harassment policy. One of the victims filed a lawsuit against Mineau and the county for sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Mineau retired later that year. ([ksbw.com](https://www.ksbw.com/article/monterey-county-undersheriff-mineau-victim-sues-county-over-misconduct/41547228?utm_source=openai))
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