NCACC Justice and Public Safety policy statement

The Association recognizes that the state and counties are partners in the operation of the criminal justice system and will support policies and laws that contribute to this partnership being an equitable one.

County jails should be reserved exclusively for pre-trial detainees, and adjudication should be swift in order to minimize overcrowding in county jails. Bonds should be reasonable, and effective pre-trial screening and population management efforts should be encouraged. Criminals should pay a greater portion of the cost incurred by the counties and the state as a result of their crimes through increased jail fees, service of process fees, and court facilities fees.

The statewide judicial system should be adequately funded and staffed in order to provide an efficient environment for judicial process and to instill public confidence in the justice system.