FY 16 JAG 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 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 disparate jurisdictions will utilize the FY 16 JAG award for law enforcement purposes. The Abilene Police Department will use its portion of funds to equip, train, and certify a digital forensic evidence technician. In addition, the police department will purchase an infrared camera for the department’s unmanned aerial system. Taylor County will use its portion of funds to purchase Tasers and accompanying accessories.

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