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Guidelines for Developing a Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

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Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (CJCCs) are how elected and appointed executive-level policymakers in local jurisdictions, and sometimes states, meet collaboratively to address issues facing the justice system and its constituent agencies. The content on this site describes CJCCs, provides specific guidance for their development and operation, and offers tips on