KCCD is a statewide organization representing professionals in adult corrections, juvenile justice, state and local law enforcement, local government and all other related areas of the criminal justice system. KCCD has a proud history spanning over forty years of service to the aforementioned disciplines. It holds as its basic premise the improvement of criminal justice service projects, such as benefits for the Child Victims Trust Fund. It has provided a heightened awareness of contemporary justice issues. Several local chapters throughout the state help to promote both regional and statewide interests. The organization, aside from local meetings, holds an annual conference bringing together the membership while presenting the most recent criminal justice issues relevant to Kentucky.

Members are also provided with an opportunity for training, and to participate in community projects. The organization provides scholarships for individuals pursuing a career in the Criminal Justice field. A catastrophic illness fund exists for members whose lives have been touched by a serious illness. Information regarding national issues is provided through the organization’s status as an affiliate member of both the American Correctional Association and the Southern States Correctional Association.