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    NYC Criminal Justice Agency

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    The New York City Criminal Justice Agency (CJA) is a not-for-profit organization that operates in collaboration with the Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, serving as the city's primary pretrial services agency. CJA provides comprehensive support aimed at reducing jail overcrowding and unnecessary detention for over 100,000 individuals arrested annually in New York City. Through evidence-based practices and data-driven initiatives, CJA conducts release assessments and offers various programs, including pretrial supervision and social service referrals, to enhance community reintegration for individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Staffed by over 270 employees, CJA operates 24/7 across all five boroughs, contributing to policy research and reform efforts that focus on fairness, innovation, and the presumption of innocence. By fostering partnerships and utilizing rigorous data collection, CJA informs stakeholders about case processing and court outcomes, aiming to improve the experience of individuals interacting with the justice system.

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