State Aid to Localities With Police Departments ("599")

About this opportunity

Introduction The Code of Virginia (§ 9.1-165, et seq.) provides for financial assistance to localities with police departments through the "599" program. Currently, 175 cities, counties, and towns receive "599" funds. The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) administers the program. Eligibility for 599 Funds To be eligible for "599" funds, a locality must have a police department as defined in § 9.1-165, and all of the police department's law enforcement personnel must meet the state's minimum training requirements. Prior to the start of each fiscal year, the participating jurisdictions must certify to DCJS in writing that they meet those criteria. DCJS uses its training records database to verify that each locality’s officers are in compliance with the minimum training ...