The Vision
Government should ensure that the entire criminal justice system is aligned around a coordinated and effective public safety strategy, derived from a comprehensive strategic planning process.
To reach for this vision, City officials must commit to an action plan to cause the achievement of each of the following policy goals:
Shared technology platforms that are well-managed, properly maintained and adequately funded.
Dashboards and data transparency by the District Attorney’s Office.
Strategy for oversight of the Orleans Justice Center (OJC) that requires the open and transparent exchange of critical information and budget data through shared technology platforms among the City, Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office (OPSO) and criminal justice system partners and imposes accountability for failures.
A transformative juvenile justice plan that improves alternatives to detention and programming at the juvenile jail.
A clear strategy for investing in youth services and neighborhood-based economic development to address the root causes of crime.
Assessment of the effectiveness of oversight programs for persons released on bail, including ankle monitoring and introduction of better practices with improved accountability.
A review of the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal court system, using all available budgetary leverage to ensure judicial cooperation.
A best practice assessment of the 911 system and implementation of all feasible recommendations.
