The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) received a $1,500,000 Project Grant award from the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs Bureau of Justice Assistance under the Body Worn Camera Policy and Implementation program (CFDA 16.835). The grant funding will enable ODRC to enhance and expand its statewide body-worn camera (BWC) program for the Adult Parole Authority (APA), which supervises approximately 32,000 offenders through 644 parole officer positions. The primary activities include purchasing additional BWC cameras for new staff, upgrading existing cameras, and expanding storage and related equipment. This funding will support ODRC in continuing to develop comprehensive BWC policies, provide regular progress updates and receive guidance from the technical assistance provider, and complete an exit conference. The intended beneficiaries include APA staff, supervised individuals, the public, and law enforcement partners.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $1.5m | 9/25/23 |