Equipment, technology initiatives, and patrol equipment vehicle replacement

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 program 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).

The City of Portsmouth will utilize its JAG funds to purchase tactical equipment, technology upgrades, and a patrol vehicle to improve the Portsmouth Police Department's ability to respond to public safety incidents within the city. Additionally, funds will be used to support various aspects of the drug court treatment program, such as drug testing, education, office supplies, drug treatment, and program support within the circuit court.

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