rrants for unpaid fines and fees, and the city will need to expunge the records of those who were unlawfully convicted for fines.

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What's next:

In addition to dismissing those cases, the police department and city will need to take other steps as part of the out-of-court settlement to comply with state and federal law. Officers must first determine if an individual can pay a fine before they arrest them over unpaid fines.

Quotas or incentives for traffic stops, warnings, citations, arrests, or related revenue are also barred, the Justice Department noted. Federally approved training will also be required for how to conduct stops, searches, arrests, and use of force. New documentation and review systems will also be required.