The City of Phoenix Police Department Laboratory Services Bureau (PPD-LSB) was awarded a $651,068 Formula Grant under the Bureau of Justice Assistance's Comprehensive Forensic DNA Analysis Grant Program (CFDA 16.036). The grant will be used to: Increase the number of eligible Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) samples by providing overtime for PPD-LSB DNA analysts to process 30 additional cases, including sample preparation, analysis, report writing, and technical/administrative review. Outsource approximately 350 backlogged DNA cases to accredited private laboratories to increase the number of eligible CODIS samples. Provide continuing education and training for the PPD-LSB CODIS administrator, DNA technical leader, and DNA analysts to improve the efficiency and capacity of the forensic DNA operations. The grant award period is from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026, with the goal of reducing DNA evidence backlogs and enhancing the PPD-LSB's forensic DNA analysis capabilities to better serve the citizens of Phoenix, Arizona.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $651.1k | 9/27/24 |