Council on Crime and Justice Email Format
Public Policy OfficesMinnesota, United States11-50 Employees
The Council on Crime and Justice is an independent, nonprofit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, established in 1957. It operates within the public policy arena, focusing on social and criminal justice through initiatives in alternative sanctions, mentor services, victims’ rights, and systems change to promote fair treatment and safer communities. The organization seeks to advance equal justice and public safety by developing and advocating for forward-looking approaches to crime prevention and justice policy. Serving a broad audience in the public policy sector, the Council targets stakeholders involved in criminal justice reform, policy development, and community safety. With a long-standing presence in Minnesota, the group analyzes justice system challenges and contributes to policy discussions aimed at improving outcomes for individuals and society while emphasizing due process and equitable treatment.