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Justice is collaborative care and community solutions

What is Community Court?

An initiative at Municipal and Traffic Court of New Orleans, we seek care-driven, non-punitive solutions to low-level offenses. As the first and only Community Court in Louisiana, our non-traditional approach seeks to address the root causes of non-violent criminal behavior and support affected communities. Our work is grounded in the belief that people and communities thrive when they are treated as respected partners and have access to all they need.

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Press and Resources

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The Community Court Model

Promotional image for Crescent City Community Court highlighting their mission to interrupt the arrest and incarceration cycle by assisting participants. Features a photo of four people in blue shirts, a logo with a bridge, and the text "2024: Our Work at a Glance." The court aids those with municipal misdemeanors experiencing psychosocial challenges with personalized plans and case management.

Our 2024 Annual Report

Contact Us

For more information, collaborative opportunities, or if you need help: please reach out!

Fill out the form or email Marie Kerrin (Program Director) at Marie.kerrin@nola.gov.

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