Justice Coordination
Justice Coordination connects Human Services programs across Pinellas County to close gaps and build pathways. We unite partners, use data to guide improvements, and ensure public funds are used effectively. Our work promotes access to services, addresses barriers within the justice system, and ensures efforts are aligned with community needs.
Quick Facts
- Millions of Americans have a criminal record — roughly as many as those with college degrees according to a study made back in 2012 -2015 Brennan Center
- A national study found that about one-third of people released from prison struggled to find stable employment. Employment of Persons Released from Federal Prison in 2010
- People with a history of incarceration face higher rates of housing instability and homelessness. 2008 Data
- Looking for local re-entry support? Click here to learn about the Reentry resources available in Pinellas County
- Bay Area Legal Services provides weekly support.
- Volunteer as a Guardian Ad Litem.
- Learn how Medicaid can help with housing, education, and employment barriers.
Events
View All EventsPSCC – Data Subcommittee
The PSCC Data Subcommittee serves as an exploratory and advisory group, focusing on identifying potential justice system indicators that could enhance the…
- January 30, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
- February 27, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
- March 27, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
- April 24, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
- May 29, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
- June 26, 2026, 1:00 pm PSCC – Data Subcommittee Pinellas County Justice Center
Information & Resources
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Pinellas County Sequential Intercept Mapping (SIM) Reports
2022 Adult SIM Report – Policy Research Associates, Inc. (PRA) convened a cross-system group of criminal justice, behavioral health, and community stakeholders from Pinellas County, Florida for a Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) Mapping Workshop. The SIM Mapping Workshop was held September 22-23, 2022. The workshop was hosted and supported by the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners. Approximately 50 representatives from Pinellas County participated in the event.
2022 Juvenile SIM Report – Transforming Services for Juveniles with Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders in Contact with the Juvenile Justice System.
2016 Adult SIM Report – Improving Services for Adults with Mental Illnesses and/or Co-occurring Substance Use Disorders Involved with the Criminal Justice System.
2011 Juvenile SIM Report – The Strategic Planning Kick off meeting to Improve Services for Juveniles with Mental Illness in Contact with the Juvenile Justice System.