The Department of Justice’s Office of Justice Programs has awarded $6,361,777 to the Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement to support efforts against the drug epidemic, violent crimes, and to strengthen the juvenile justice system, U.S. Attorney Kurt L. Wall announced on July 15.
Of the total amount, $5,894,572 was awarded through the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The grants are intended to provide state and local government funding for enforcing drug control laws, improving criminal justice system operations, and enhancing funds for antiviolence programs as well as mental health and drug courts.
An additional $467,205 was provided through the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Program. This funding is aimed at supporting Louisiana’s ongoing work in maintaining compliance with core requirements related to juvenile justice improvements and enhancing services that promote public safety and reduce juvenile delinquency.
According to the announcement, these resources will be used across Louisiana communities to improve outcomes for youth who are either in or at risk of entering the juvenile justice system.
The Louisiana Commission on Law Enforcement is based in Baton Rouge and works toward improving both criminal justice and juvenile justice systems by providing leadership and coordination within the criminal justice community.