The OJP FY 2026 Special Attorneys Program provides funding to state, local, Tribal, and territorial prosecuting agencies to hire or assign prosecutors as Special Attorneys or Special Assistant United States Attorneys. These attorneys will focus on investigating and prosecuting crimes related to fraud, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and crimes committed by criminal aliens in the U.S. The goal is to improve coordination and effectiveness in prosecuting these crimes.
Who it's for: This grant is for state, local, Tribal, and territorial prosecuting agencies looking to enhance their capacity to prosecute fraud, drug trafficking, human trafficking, and crimes by criminal aliens.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Non-governmental organizations
- Individuals
- Agencies not involved in prosecution
- Agencies outside the specified jurisdictions
- Lack of cost-sharing/matching funds
What You May Need
- Proof of eligibility as a prosecuting agency
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan including cost-sharing/matching funds
- Letters of support or partnership agreements
- Documentation of prosecutorial capacity and need
Cautions
- Cost-sharing/matching funds are required
- Strict eligibility criteria focused on prosecuting agencies
- Short application window
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