SJC Exchange Library

Originally posted by Colleen Clark Bernhardt on 10/17/2024

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Hello,

Dane County Community Restorative Court recently celebrated our 10th anniversary!  The SJC has assisted with training, and innovation funds.  Check out this brief video on the great impact keeping people out of jail.  (Also, the respondents are over 50 percent people of color).

Community Restorative Court (CRC) is an innovative way to expedite misdemeanor cases and municipal violations to provide an alternative to the traditional justice system. This approach holds Respondents (offenders) responsible, often with community service and restitution. It also provides human services support when appropriate. Victims are given a voice and community participation is essential.

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Colleen Clark Bernhardt
Director
Dane County Office of Justice Reform

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