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

October 10, 2025 (Grants.gov) | October 17, 2025 (JustGrants)

Up to $1,000,000 per award; no minimum; project period typically 1–3 years.

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

--- ## Description This program provides funding to defray the costs associated with postconviction case review, evidence location, and DNA testing in violent felony cases, as defined by state law, where such testing could demonstrate actual innocence. The intent is to support state and local jurisdictions in reviewing cases, locating evidence, and conducting DNA analysis to resolve claims of wrongful conviction. --- ## Due Dates - Grants.gov Application Deadline: October 10, 2025, 11:59 PM Eastern - JustGrants Application Deadline: October 17, 2025, 8:59 PM Eastern Applicants must submit their materials through Grants.gov by the first deadline, then complete additional steps in JustGrants by the second deadline. --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: $1,000,000 per project - No minimum award amount - Project period: Typically 1–3 years (see solicitation for specifics) - No cost sharing or matching requirement --- ## 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 solicitation for any additional eligibility clarifications. --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Register and submit the SF-424 and SF-LLL in [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360612) by the October 10, 2025 deadline. - **Step 2:** Complete and submit the full application in [JustGrants](https://justicegrants.usdoj.gov/) by October 17, 2025. - Review the [official solicitation](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172471) for required documents and detailed instructions. --- ## Additional Information - The program is focused on violent felony cases where DNA testing may establish actual innocence. - No cost sharing or matching is required. - See the [Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172471.pdf) for detailed program requirements and definitions. --- ## External Links - [BJA Program Opportunity Page](https://bja.ojp.gov/funding/opportunities/o-bja-2025-172471) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360612) - [Notice of Funding Opportunity (PDF)](https://www.ojp.gov/funding/docs/bja-2025-172471.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Description | |------------------------|---------------------------------------|-------------------------| | OJP Resource Center | [OJP.ResourceCenter@usdoj.gov](mailto:OJP.ResourceCenter@usdoj.gov) | General inquiries |

BJA FY25 Postconviction Testing of DNA Evidence

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