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law_justice_and_legal_services · USDOJ-OJP-NIJ

Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence to Exonerate the Innocent

National Institute of Justice · NIJ-2016-8998

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Award Range

$0$3.6M

Total Program Funding

$3.6M

Expected Awards

8

Deadline

April 7, 2016

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence to Exonerate the Innocent. National Institute of Justice. NIJ seeks proposals for funding 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. Funds may be used to identify and review such postconviction cases and to locate... up to $3,600,000 per award; $3,600,000 total program funding; ~8 awards expected.

Who Should Apply

Public universities/colleges, County governments, State governments, City/township governments

Who Should NOT Apply

Individuals and organizations outside the specified eligible types

Key Requirements (Plain English)

  • Deadline: 2016-04-07

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Clearly demonstrate alignment with funding priorities and provide measurable outcomes.

Competitiveness: High — limited number of awards

What This Grant Funds

NIJ seeks proposals for funding 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. Funds may be used to identify and review such postconviction cases and to locate and analyze associated biological evidence.

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Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Public Colleges & UniversitiesCounty GovernmentsState GovernmentsCity/Township Governments

Funding Details

Maximum Award
$3.6M
Total Program Funding
$3.6M
Expected Number of Awards
8
Cost Sharing Required?
No
Funding Instrument
cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: January 8, 2016
Application Deadline: April 7, 2016 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

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