Coconino County to Offer On-Site Court and Health Services in Page on June 19

Residents of Page and surrounding areas are in for a service-centered Thursday on June 19 as Coconino County brings a raft of crucial court, health, and other services directly to their doorsteps - or at least to their neighborhood justice court. In a collaboration that speaks volumes about community care, the Coconino County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) is teaming up with a robust roster of county departments and organizations, arranging a one-stop shop at the Page Justice Court located at 547 Vista Ave. from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., MST.

The day's event, according to an announcement by Coconino County, lets locals tackle a variety of legal and administrative tasks including but not limited to, applying for marriage licenses or passports, name changes on birth certificates, and sealing of court records; not to mention, the Superior Court is opening its doors to help those with outstanding warrants get their matters squared away and give those looking to exercise civil rights once forfeited by incarceration, a chance at restoration. These services underscore a commitment, especially from the local Superior Court, in making sure justice and its attendant obligations and entitlements are not stranded in bureaucracy but rather, delivered into the hands of people often left to traverse distances and red tape for recourse and resolution.

For those navigating the legal hurdles of past marijuana convictions, the Coconino County Attorney's Office (CAO) has a lifeline - applications for marijuana conviction expungement. Assistance is not just limited to legal records, as the Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS), will be available to provide information and guide residents through various assistance programs like rent and utility payment support and rapid treatment options for opioid overdose such as Narcan. A focus on wellbeing manifests too with The Guidance Center and Encompass making their presence felt through mental health support and enrollment for the state's Medicaid program, AHCCCS.

The weave of support extends into the civic realm as Coconino County Elections will share details about voting and elections management, the County Recorder's Office ensuring residents are up to speed on registration processes; together, they're enriching the community's democratic muscle. "The Justice Bus brings legal help to the people who need it most, wherever they are," said CJCC Director Dianna Kalandros, highlighting the initiative's drive to ferry justice to those who might find themselves at its margins, this service unfolds, not just as a provision but as a profound statement that help should not be a horizon persistently receding but a tangible presence, warm and ready for interaction. For inquiries about the Court services, residents can reach out to the Clerk's Office at 928-679-7600, and those with questions regarding the social services available can call CCHHS at 928-679-7496 or visit the Coconino County website for additional details.