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		Community Court Newsletters (recommended) March 2002 November-December 2001 September-October 2001 August 2001 July 2001 June 2001 Newsletters are in PDF (portable document format) file and will open in a separate window. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader in order to see them. If you do not have the Reader, you may download a free copy at the Adobe Acrobat Reader download site. If you cannot get the Adobe Reader, please contact us and we will send you a printed copy of the newsletter.
		Fact Sheet A one-page synopsis of Multnomah County's Community Courts Program providing a basic outline of court operations.
		Status Report A two-page overview of Multnomah County's Community Courts Program providing background information about the history of the program, staffing, and community governance.
		Success Stories & Reflections A collection of essays and letters written by defendants and stories about the positive effects that Community Court has had on the lives of some individuals. A joint internship project between Community Court and Portland Community College.