County Of York

County Of York, located in South Carolina, operates a Sheriff's Office that includes a Forensic Biology Laboratory providing forensic DNA services to local law enforcement agencies. The county primarily receives federal grant funding to support and enhance its law enforcement and forensic operations. Through various grant programs, County Of York has secured funding to upgrade equipment, software, and facilities at its Forensic Biology Lab, enabling increased throughput, reduced DNA casework backlogs, and more timely forensic services. The county has also utilized grants to establish mental health and wellness programs for deputies, facilitate emergency vehicle training, and support victim advocacy services.

The majority of County Of York's federal grant awards have come from the Department of Justice, particularly through the DNA Capacity Enhancement for Backlog Reduction (CEBR) Program and Forensic DNA Backlog Reduction Program, totaling over $1.1 million. These funds have been used to enhance the capabilities of the county's Forensic Biology Laboratory and meet accreditation, training, and quality assurance requirements. Additionally, the county has received Byrne JAG grants exceeding $160,000 to support various law enforcement initiatives. County Of York has also partnered with state agencies like the South Carolina Department of Public Safety and the South Carolina Attorney General's Office on several grant-funded projects. These include traffic enforcement initiatives, with sub-awards supporting dedicated DUI enforcement units, traffic education programs, and overtime for deputies participating in traffic enforcement activities. The county has also received funding to support victim advocates within both the Sheriff's Office and the County Solicitor's Office, demonstrating a commitment to victim services alongside its law enforcement duties.