TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Jul 21, 2020

Federal grant funding remains available for local law enforcement agencies, jails and courts for expenses related to COVID-19, the state Department of Finance & Administration reported yesterday. The funding through the federal Office of Criminal Justice Programs can be used to purchase equipment for remote hearings and personal protective equipment as well as training and travel expenses. Jails are eligible for grants up to $20,000, while courts and law enforcement are eligible for grants up to $10,000. The deadline for court and jails to apply has been extended to July 31. The deadline for law enforcement agencies remains July 24. Get details here.