Jackson Commons
Data Powered Change
Ongoing access to Jackson County's criminal justice data.
Commons is a community-driven data tool that shapes criminal justice policy.
Co-creation
Working with Community Leaders and Jackson County Officials
Data access and transparency can be essential to more effective prosecution and crime-reduction strategies.
To reduce crime and bring violence in our community to vastly lower levels, we must form a trusting partnership with our community. Transparency and honesty are the crucial elements to such a relationship. In turn, we are making our data available to this online community portal. We hope it prompts new engagement and deep discussions of public safety measures.
Jean Peters Baker, Jackson County Prosecutor
Jackson County, Missouri
Thanks to Commons, our journey towards a more transparent, accountable, and accessible criminal justice system is gaining momentum. This platform isn't just about data transparency; it's about inviting residents, local businesses, and grassroots organizations to dive deep into the workings of our justice system. Together, with every pair of eyes examining the data, we're not just expecting change—we're creating it.
Kyle Hollins, Executive Director & Founder Lyrik's Institution, Jackson County CAB member
Jackson County, Missouri
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