[Bureau of Justice Assistance](https://bja.ojp.gov)

December 10, 2025 (application deadline) | October 10, 2025 (original deadline, extended)

Up to $1,000,000 per award; no minimum.

Supports postconviction case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases where results may demonstrate actual innocence.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) is designed to support state and local government entities in defraying the costs of postconviction case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases, as defined by state law, where such testing could demonstrate actual innocence. Funding aims to help eligible jurisdictions address potential wrongful convictions by enabling evidence-based reviews and testing. --- ## Due Dates - October 10, 2025 (original closing date) - December 10, 2025 (current application deadline) --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $1,000,000 per project - Minimum award: No minimum specified - Total program funding not specified - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility Eligible applicants include: - State governments - County governments - City or township governments - Special district governments - Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Other units of local government Refer to the program page for any additional eligibility clarifications. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted through [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360612). - Review the [full Notice of Funding Opportunity](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172471) for detailed requirements and instructions. - For technical or content-related questions, contact the OJP Resource Center (see below). --- ## Additional Information - The grant specifically targets violent felony cases (as defined by state law) where DNA testing could exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - The grant is competitive and discretionary. --- ## External Links - [BJA Funding Opportunity Page](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172471) - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360612) - [Full Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172471.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-----------------------------------------|---------------| | OJP Resource Center | [OJP.ResourceCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResourceCenter@usdoj.gov) | | | Bureau of Justice Assistance | [AskBJA@usdoj.gov](mailto:AskBJA@usdoj.gov) | (202)-616-6500 |

BJA FY25 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

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