In West Palm Beach, residents will soon have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about the inner workings of the criminal justice system. The Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission, along with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, is set to commence its 50th session of the Citizen’s Criminal Justice Academy (CCJA), as reported on the county’s website. This milestone educational endeavor will kick off on September 17 and run until December 17, providing participants with a comprehensive glimpse into law enforcement, court processes, corrections, and community initiatives.
The weekly sessions are scheduled every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the PBSO Headquarters, except during Thanksgiving week. To further incentivize community engagement, the sessions will include dinner, and individuals who are 14 years old and above are encouraged to register and attend. It’s an initiative that aims to transparently invite residents to not only observe but also to critically engage with the criminal justice system’s intricate and often controversial tapestry.
As outlined on Palm Beach County’s official website, the CCJA has been designed to cater to a wide audience, from those with a casual interest to those harboring a deeper skepticism about the realities of criminal justice in their community. The program’s hands-on approach will allow attendees to interact with field professionals and gain insights that are seldom accessible to the general public…