Criminal justice education planned for faith leaders

A free conference designed to educate faith leaders about the criminal justice system will be held Aug. 14.

The Sixth Annual Faith Leaders Day event, hosted by DeKalb County District Attorney Robert James and Sheriff Jeff Mann, includes a tour of the county jail, police headquarters, juvenile court and the medical examiner’s facility.

Those interested in attending may contact Lyn Armstrong at 404-640-9726 or lkarmstrong@dekalbcountyga.gov by Aug. 8.

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