Jefferson County Law Enforcement Services Enhancement Project

The Congressionally Recommended Awards Program, authorized by the Department of Justice Appropriations Act, 2010 (Pub. L. 111-117), helps improve the functioning of the criminal justice system, prevent or combat juvenile delinquency, and/or assist victims of crime (other than compensation). Funds should be used for the projects recommended by Congress, in the amounts specified in the joint explanatory statement incorporated by reference into Pub. L. 111-117, and generally consistent with one or more of the following statutory purposes: improving the functioning of the criminal justice system, preventing or combating juvenile delinquency, or assisting victims of crime (other than compensation). Each of these purposes is framed using language drawn, respectively, from the former Byrne discretionary statute, the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act, the Victims of Crime Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. This project is authorized and funded through a line item in the FY 2010 Congressional Budget and by the joint explanatory statement that is incorporated by reference into the FY2010 Department of Justice Appropriations Act.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office will fund equipment, overtime, and training for deputies. They will purchase both tactical and operational equipment that will allow law enforcement personnel to effectively and safely perform their duties. They will fund overtime compensation for the deputies to allow for an overlap of workshifts, when necessary, due to their shortage in police officer coverage in the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff's Office will also provide training to staff to improve law enforcement services in Jefferson County.

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