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Douglas County, Kansas Land Trust partner to provide opportunities for landowners to permanently protect lands with public benefit

Douglas County and the Kansas Land Trust have partnered to launch the Douglas County Land Protection Program. It is a pilot program to promote and facilitate voluntary, permanent land conservation… Go to the web page

RESCHEDULED - Lawrence information session about Land Protection Program

UPDATE! This event has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 15, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Lawrence Public Library, due to the recent inclement weather.Douglas County and the Kansas Land Trust are… Go to the web page

DA Branson Announces Launch of Restorative Justice Program

District Attorney Charles Branson is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of a new restorative justice program in Douglas County. The Douglas County District Attorney’s Office has partnered… Go to the web page

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Community invited to screenings of 'It's Basic,' a film that looks at programs where residents receive money with no strings attached

Douglas County has partnered with community agencies to present a screening of the award-winning documentary, “It’s Basic,” which looks at pilot programs that test the effects of giving people an… Go to the web page

Behavioral Health Court graduate grateful for second chance

Jeremy had his 25th birthday in March. He had a lot to celebrate.One month earlier, Jeremy had graduated from the Douglas County Behavioral Health Court. The court was established to address the… Go to the web page

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) Meeting on Tue, June 11, 2019 - 11:00 AM

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Criminal Justice Coordinating Council Meeting Tuesday, June 11, 2019 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Attendance included: Judge… Go to the web page

New Criminal Justice Coordinator Mike Brouwer brings wealth of experience in criminal justice, behavioral health

Criminal Justice Coordinator Mike Brouwer wanted to pursue a career where he could help people. “Before there was a Dr. Phil, I was going to be Dr. Phil,” he said, with a chuckle. “I was passionate… Go to the web page

Community partners offer social media workshops to help businesses boost visibility ahead of World Cup events

With thousands of visitors expected in Douglas County during this summer’s World Cup events, local organizations are partnering to help area businesses strengthen their online presence. The Lawrence… Go to the web page

The District Attorney’s Office and Criminal Justice Services Launch New Douglas County Enhanced Diversion Program

Lawrence, Kan. – On Monday, the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with Douglas County Criminal Justice Services, launched the Enhanced Diversion Program.“The Douglas County… Go to the web page

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) Meeting on Mon, January 30, 2017 - 11:00 AM

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet on Monday, January 30 in the County Commission Chamber. Douglas County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council AGENDA January 30th, 2017 11:… Go to the web page

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'It's Basic' documentary screening and panel discussion

Douglas County has partnered with community agencies to present a screening of the award-winning documentary, “It’s Basic,” which looks at pilot programs that test the effects of giving people an… Go to the web page

I have a family member who is eligible for the pretrial release program, but still has a monetary bond requirement that we cannot afford. Why is that and how can we get our family member assessed by the program?

Bond and pretrial release are at the discretion of the Court. There are many reasons as to why a judge may choose to require that a cash or surety bond be posted for release. Since each… Go to the web page

I am required by the Court to serve jail time. I have been approved for house arrest, but do not have the money to pay a private company. Is there anything pretrial services can do for me?

Yes. Douglas County offers a house arrest and electronic monitoring program. The program provides electronic monitoring at no cost to Douglas County residents, or as approved by the court. For more… Go to the web page

Common Ground program seeking volunteers to help with community gardens

Common Ground, the community gardening and urban agriculture program, has 11 sites across Lawrence and needs volunteers (individuals or groups) to help maintain the gardens, plant and harvest produce… Go to the web page