FY 2010 Justice Assistance Grant Program

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (JAG) allows states and units of local government, including tribes, to support a broad range of activities to prevent and control crime based on their own state and local needs and conditions. Grant funds can be used for state and local initiatives, technical assistance, training, personnel, equipment, supplies, contractual support, and information systems for criminal justice, including for any one or more of the following purpose areas: 1) law enforcement programs; 2) prosecution and court programs; 3) prevention and education programs; 4) corrections and community corrections programs; 5) drug treatment and enforcement programs; 6) planning, evaluation, and technology improvement programs; and 7) crime victim and witness programs (other than compensation).

Raleigh County and the city of Beckley will use JAG funds to support separate law enforcement initiatives. Through the grant, the county will paint Sheriff's Office patrol vehicles to be in compliance with state requirements. The city, serving as the fiscal agent for this award, will use its share to purchase Tasers, firearms, mobile radios, and forensic equipment.

NCA/NCF