The north dakota office of attorney general is requesting $644,469 in federal funding to support the goals of the state crisis intervention program and the safer communities act to reduce or prevent…

The North Dakota Office of the Attorney General will receive $644,469 in funding from the Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs Bureau of Justice Assistance under the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program (CFDA 16.738) to support the goals of the State Crisis Intervention Program and the Safer Communities Act from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2026. The funding will be used to address gaps in services across North Dakota that can lead to gun violence incidents by coordinating with drug courts, mental health facilities, victim service agencies and law enforcement. Of the $644,469 total, up to 10% or $64,447 may be used for administrative costs, with the remainder to be subawarded. The products and services delivered through this block grant appear aimed at reducing and preventing violent crime, particularly gun violence across both urban and rural areas of North Dakota through coordination of existing social services and law enforcement resources.

The north dakota office of attorney general is requesting $644,469 in federal funding to support the goals of the state crisis intervention program and the safer communities act to reduce or prevent violent crime and violence, particularly gun violence. The state of north dakota, typically known as a quiet and safe state does have its share of violence and gun related crimes. The urban and rural areas both see its share of violent crimes which has increased over the past years. The purpose of the project will be to reduce or prevent gun violence across the state. The crisis intervention advisory board (currently the drug and violent crime policy board) will be assigned the task of coordinating with drug courts, mental health facilities, victim service agencies, and law enforcement. These funds will be used to address gaps in services that can lead to gun related incidents. If awarded, the office of attorney general proposes to use the 10% allowable administrative funds and subaward the remainder.