Post Conviction Testing of DNA Evidence
2020-DY-BX-0005
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2020
$497,807
Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence Program
Almost $192 Million in Awards Announced to Advance Forensic Science
Learn about the awards made through BJA and NIJ forensic science programs.
Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence
This program funds states, units of local government, and public institutions of higher education to assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction case identification, case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases (as defined by state law) where the results of such testing might show actual innocence.
Participate in Forensic Science Grant Programs Webinar
On May 5, 2020, at 3 p.m. ET, BJA and RTI International will host a webinar on BJA FY 2020 Funding Opportunities -- Competitive Forensic Science Grant Programs. During this webinar, BJA will provide guidance and information on the following forensic science grant programs:
FY 2016 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence to Exonerate the Innocent
Closing Date
Funding through this program will be used to assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction DNA testing in cases of violent felony offenses (as defined by State law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.
FY 2017 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence
Closing Date
Funding through this program will be used to assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction DNA testing in cases of violent felony offenses (as defined by State law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.
FY 2018 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence
Closing Date
Funding through this program will assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction DNA testing in cases of violent felony offenses (as defined by State law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.
FY 2019 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence
Closing Date
Funding through this program will be used to assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction DNA testing in cases of violent felony offenses (as defined by State law) in which actual innocence might be demonstrated.
Administration of Forensic Capacity Enhancement Programs Now Handled by BJA
The Office of Justice Programs has realigned the forensic science capacity enhancement programs to allow components to focus on their strengths and core mission.
Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence Funding Available
BJA is seeking applications for funding through the FY 2020 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence opportunity.
FY 2020 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence
Closing Date
This program will assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases (as defined by state law) where the results of such testing might show actual innocence.
2018 Postconviction DNA Testing Program
2018-DY-BX-0009
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2018
$531,894
California Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence Program
2018-DY-BX-0004
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2018
$1,187,026
Washington Postconviction DNA Initiative
2018-DY-BX-0007
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2018
$500,125
University of Arizona Postconviction Review and DNA Testing Program
2018-DY-BX-0002
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2018
$278,972
2015 Postconviction DNA Testing Program
2015-DY-BX-K001
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2015
$565,639