Past Events

A community event hosted by CCT and Now Kalamazoo, featuring the Kalamazoo County Defender's office (KCD) and community member Jeff Pryde, was held to educate the public on "Resisting and Obstructing" (R&O) charges under Michigan law. The purpose of the event was to clarify how these felony charges arise, empower individuals with knowledge to prevent unnecessary legal consequences, and foster trust between the community and the justice system.

A panel discussion hosted by the Advisory Committee for Police and Community Relations (ALPACC) featured judges, the Kalamazoo County Prosecuting Attorney, the Public Defender, and court administrators who explained the various diversion and problem-solving court programs available in the Kalamazoo County justice system. The goal of these programs is to address the underlying issues—such as substance abuse or mental health challenges—that lead to criminal behavior, thereby rehabilitating individuals and reducing recidivism.