$2 billion
$56.3 million
$4.27 million; 25% goes to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
JAG funds can be used for a variety of improvements to the criminal justice system including:
- personnel
- equipment
- overtime
- technology
- prevention programs
- prosecution and court programs
CMPD plans to use the funds for a number of projects including police officer overtime; development of electronic case papering system; youth programs and equipment for police vehicles.
States and local governments are eligible for funding under a formula that factors in population and violent crime.
Grant funds have not yet been awarded
Darrellyn Kiser, 704-336-7736, dkiser@cmpd.org
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30 day public comment period to begin in mid-April; Will be on CMPD website: www.cmpd.org
www.ojp.usdoj.gov/BJA
