The US Department of Justice has not yet decided whether to drop the criminal charges against Boeing.

The US Department of Justice has not yet decided whether to reach a non-prosecution agreement with Boeing to withdraw criminal charges related to the two deadly 737 Max plane crashes. Government lawyers have informed the families of the victims about possible agreement frameworks, including maximum fines, improved compliance measures, establishing an independent monitoring body, and setting up a victims' compensation fund. The Department of Justice stated that it will make a decision after consulting with the families, who must submit written opinions by May 22. After that, the Department of Justice will decide whether to proceed with a trial or reach a settlement.