The Texas Criminal Justice Coalition (TCJC) identifies and advances real solutions to the problems facing Texas’ juvenile and criminal justice systems. We conduct policy research and analysis, form effective partnerships, and educate key stakeholders to promote effective management, accountability, and best practices that increase public safety, save taxpayer dollars, and preserve human and civil rights.
About Us
The Texas Criminal Justice Coalition (TCJC) is a 501(c)(3), nonpartisan, nonprofit organization based in Austin and Houston, with statewide impact.
TCJC was founded in 1999 after local activists identified a clear need for an organization focused on public education and advocacy to improve our state’s criminal justice system. Since 2003, we have helped drive the passage of nearly 140 policies, supported by policy-makers on both sides of the aisle, that have improved the lives of thousands of Texans, while investments in diversions have saved taxpayers billions of dollars.
In addition to state-level reforms and improvements, TCJC also pushes for changes at the county level. Given Texas’ large size with 254 counties, state-level change is not always practical. We continue to build relationships with leadership in major counties to build momentum for real change at the local level.
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