BJA FY25 Capital Case Litigation Initiative: Improving the Quality of Legal Representation in State Capital Cases

The Bureau of Justice Assistance is offering a discretionary federal grant to improve the quality of legal representation in state capital cases and strengthen prosecutors’ ability to represent the public in state capital proceedings. The program supports state governments in capital litigation efforts that address both the prosecution and the defense side of state capital cases. It is a grant with no matching requirement, and the opportunity is limited to state governments. Applications are due May 8, 2026, and the award ceiling is $450,000; questions may be directed to OJP.ResourceCenter@usdoj.gov.