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What We Do

CJLF works where it matters most - in the courts and through evidence-based policy.

Appellate Advocacy

We file legal briefs in state and federal appellate courts, shaping the law at the highest levels.

Policy Research

We produce rigorous research that holds policymakers accountable to facts and evidence — not ideology.

Public Advocacy

We make the case, both in court and in public, that safe communities and victims’ rights are not negotiable.

Our impact

Influencing landmark court decisions nationwide.

Advancing policies grounded
in public safety

Defending and elevating the rights of crime victims

Support Our Mission

CJLF is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, funded entirely
by tax-deductible contributions from individuals and charitable organizations.

Your support helps ensure that justice systems remain focused on safety,
accountability, and victims’ rights.

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