This grant helps law enforcement agencies buy or lease body-worn cameras and create programs to use them effectively. The goal is to improve evidence collection, enhance public safety, and protect officers from false accusations.
Who it's for: This grant is for publicly funded law enforcement and correctional agencies, including tribal governments, state and local governments, public institutions of higher education, and independent school districts.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Private organizations
- Non-governmental entities
- Lack of cost-sharing or matching funds
- Incomplete application
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility
- Detailed budget plan
- Cost-sharing or matching funds documentation
- Implementation plan for body-worn cameras
- Organizational financial statements
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Compliance with federal regulations documentation
Cautions
- Cost-sharing or matching funds are required
- Strict adherence to federal regulations is necessary
- Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribal governments, public and state institutions of higher education, city or township governments, special district governments, state governments, independent school districts, county governments, and other unrestricted public entities. This means any government-funded law enforcement or correctional agency may apply, provided they meet the specific requirements outlined in the grant.
Overview
This grant is for publicly funded law enforcement and correctional agencies, including tribal governments, state and local governments, public institutions of higher education, and independent school districts.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Private organizations
- Non-governmental entities
- Lack of cost-sharing or matching funds
- Incomplete application
- Non-compliance with federal regulations
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to purchase or lease body-worn cameras and to develop comprehensive programs for their use, including training and policy development.
Cost Sharing
Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 13, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 25, 2026(29 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a publicly funded law enforcement or correctional agency
- Prepare a detailed budget plan including cost-sharing or matching funds
- Develop a comprehensive body-worn camera implementation plan
- Gather financial statements and compliance documentation
- Obtain letters of support or partnership agreements
- Submit the complete application by the deadline