CONCORD – U.S. Attorney Scott W. Murray today announced that New Hampshire will receive a $628,472 Department of Justice grant to reduce recidivism among adults and juvenile offenders returning to their communities in New Hampshire after confinement. The grant, awarded by the Department’s Office of Justice Programs, is part of more than $92 million in funding to support reentry efforts throughout the United States.

             These awards represent President Trump’s commitment to assisting people in America’s prisons and detention facilities who have earned the opportunity to take their places back in society.

             “Former offenders are ultimately responsible for their own successes and failures, but our criminal and juvenile justice systems have an important role to play in preparing them for the obstacles that lie before them,” said OJP Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Katharine T. Sullivan. “I’m very pleased to make these resources available to help them get back on their feet and contribute to the prosperity of their communities and the betterment of our nation.”

             The reentry and recidivism reduction grants awarded will help communities develop and implement comprehensive strategies to address the challenges posed by reentry and recidivism; support reentry services for detained juveniles and incarcerated parents with children under the age of 18; and support research and evaluation programs to advance understanding about reoffending.

             “Those who are incarcerated for committing crimes must find ways to become productive members of society after they are released from prison,” said U.S. Attorney Murray.  “Reentry programs can provide vital assistance to these offenders so that they can transition back into the community successfully and avoid further trouble with the law.”

              In New Hampshire, the state Department of Justice has been awarded $628,472 under the Second Chance Act Addressing the Needs of Incarcerated Parents with Minor Children Program.  This program supports the successful and safe transition of young fathers and mothers from confinement to their families and communities.

              For a complete list of individual grant programs, award amounts, and jurisdictions that will receive funding, visit: https://www.ojp.gov/sites/g/files/xyckuh241/files/media/document/reentryfactsheet.pdf   More information about OJP and its components can be found at www.ojp.gov.

              The year 2020 marks the 150th anniversary of the Department of Justice. Learn more about the history of our agency at www.Justice.gov/Celebrating150Years

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