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Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence Program

FY24 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

Closing Date
Grants.gov Deadline
Application JustGrants Deadline
This program assists 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.

FY 2023 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

Closing Date
Grants.gov Deadline
Application JustGrants Deadline
This program provides funding to assist in defraying the costs associated with postconviction case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases where the results of such testing might show actual innocence.

FY 2022 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

Closing Date
Grants.gov Deadline
Application JustGrants Deadline
This opportunity will provide funding to 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.

Forensic Sciences

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FY 2021 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

Closing Date
This program provides funding to 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.