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Photo by Portraits of Justice © 2018 Mural Arts Program / Russell Craig & Jesse Krimes, Municipal Services Building. Photo by Steve Weinik.

Division of Criminal Justice

Advancing collaborative reforms in Philadelphia's criminal and juvenile justice systems that produce racial equity and community safety.

Division of Criminal Justice

What we do

The Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) advances the Parker administration’s goals of public safety and community well-being by reforming Philadelphia’s criminal and juvenile justice systems. We advance collaborative and data-driven strategies that:

  • Foster meaningful community partnerships.
  • Identify and break down barriers to racial equity.
  • Increase opportunities for diversion away from the justice system.
  • Safely reduce the jail population.

DCJ also supports the following programs:

Connect

Email ops@phila.gov

BHU data dashboard

Learn about the Police Department’s Behavioral Health Unit (BHU)

The BHU partners with behavioral health professionals to de-escalate crisis situations and connect individuals with supportive services.

View the dashboard

Events

  • Oct
    8
    DOR Juvenile Resource Fair
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    1425 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    DOR Juvenile Resource Fair

    October 8, 2026
    4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, 3 hours
    1425 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Flyer

    Description: Connect with organizations offering resources for employment, vocational training, apprenticeships, housing, mentoring, education, expungement, additional legal services, and MORE

    Registration link: bit.ly/4AdzBnF

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