Body-Worn Cameras

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 grant recipient will use the JAG funds to purchase body-worn cameras and data storage. The goal is to improve accountability and safety of both officers and citizens during on-site investigations, illegal actions, emergency management, and cases associated with the use of explosive materials. Cameras assist in bringing high-quality service expected of police officers and to promote a sense of procedural justice. NCA/NCF