Common use of Timing and Process Clause in Contracts

Timing and Process. The Department of Justice agrees to defer filing a lawsuit against the City while the Parties seek input from the City’s residents, stakeholders and BPD officers regarding necessary reforms and engage in good-faith negotiations to reach a settlement. This Agreement does not otherwise limit or restrict the Department of Justice’s ability to initiate a civil action under Section 14141, the Safe Streets Act, Title VI, or the ADA or to conduct any investigation or bring any criminal charge, or to seek other enforcement action to protect the rights, privileges, or immunities of individuals that are secured or protected by the Constitution or laws of the United States. Nor does this Agreement waive any defenses that the City or the BPD may have to any civil action initiated by the Department of Justice under Section 14141, the Safe Streets Act, Title VI, or the ADA.