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Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence Funding Available

BJA is seeking applications for funding through the FY 2020 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence opportunity.

Under this program, BJA will provide funding to help defray the costs (e.g., of additional personnel, overtime, testing supplies and services) associated with postconviction DNA testing for violent felony offenses (as defined by state law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.

Learn more about this opportunity and apply by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 15, 2020.

Date Published: April 16, 2020