Mission Statement: Lewis and Clark County's Department of Criminal Justice Services exists to improve the safety of the citizens of Lewis and Clark County and ensure the equitable and efficient treatment of defendants, offenders, and victims.
Welcome to the Department of Criminal Justice Services
Criminal Justice Services is dedicated to strengthening our county’s criminal justice system through a collaborative and holistic approach. We work to enhance community safety, reduce crime, and support positive outcomes by offering effective alternatives, solutions, and services. Our goal is to not only improve the system but also to help community members build pathways to success.
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Latest News & Events
July 2025 Narcan vending machines dispensing free Narcan have been restocked. Vending machines are located in the Law and Justice Center lobby and the Our Place Drop-In center.
June 2025 A warm welcome to our newest team member, Criminal Justice Services' Diversion Coordinator, Alyssa Spies! Over the next year, Alyssa will be utilizing her background in criminal justice and policy analysis to collaborate with stakeholders in developing diversion programs tailored to the needs of Lewis and Clark County. Welcome Alyssa!
May 2025 The Bureau of Justice Assistance released a grantee profile summarizing Criminal Justice Services' Medication-Assisted Treatment Bridges program and is available for download(PDF, 318KB)!
April 2024 Quarterly Newsletter now available for download(PDF, 524KB)!
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