Mission and Vision Statement

Harris County CJCC Vision Statement

Harris County will promote safe, thriving communities through restorative and evidence-based strategies that foster public trust, prevent violence and trauma, reduce racial and economic disparities, and minimize criminal justice system exposure where at all possible.

CJCC Mission

The Council works to collectively manage systemic challenges facing Harris County’s criminal justice system and to strengthen the overall well-being of our communities by developing and recommending policies and practices; collecting and evaluating local criminal justice system data to identify systemic issues; and facilitating collaboration among agencies, experts, and community service providers.