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NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence for Criminal Justice Purposes

ID: O-NIJ-2025-172317 • Type: Posted

Description

This funding opportunity seeks to support research and evaluation that advances the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the criminal justice system. The goal is to improve the accuracy, and effectiveness of criminal justice processes through AI applications in crime prevention, public safety, and justice system decision-making. Research should explore both the benefits and limitations of AI, addressing potential risks and downstream impacts. Emphasis is placed on transparency, accountability, and civil rights protections. Please see the Eligible Applicants section for the eligibility criteria.

Overview

Category of Funding
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instruments
Grant
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
On 1/10/25 the National Institute of Justice posted grant opportunity O-NIJ-2025-172317 for NIJ FY25 Research and Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence for Criminal Justice Purposes with funding of $2.5 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 16.560 National Institute of Justice Research, Evaluation, and Development Project Grants.

Timing

Posted Date
Jan. 10, 2025, 12:00 a.m. EST
Closing Date
March 4, 2025, 12:00 a.m. EST Past Due
Last Updated
Jan. 24, 2025, 6:57 p.m. EST
Version
2

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Private institutions of higher education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Special district governments
Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments)
Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
State governments
City or township governments
County governments
Small businesses
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Additional Info
Other Units of Local Government

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$2,500,000
Floor
Not Listed
Estimated Program Funding
$2,500,000
Estimated Number of Grants
Not Listed

Contacts

Contact
National Institute of Justice
Contact Email
Email Description
Technical Assistance
Contact Phone
(202) 616-5314
Additional Information
Full Announcement

Documents

Posted documents for O-NIJ-2025-172317

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