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OJP Body Armor Programs Keep Officers Safe on the Front Lines

May 15, 2026

From body armor performance standards to the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Program, OJP has been a leader in helping law enforcement officers stay safe for more than 50 years.

Partners in Safety

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Supporting Youth and Reducing Violence in Seattle

October 4, 2024

Since 2022, the Office of Justice Programs has invested nearly $275 million in community violence intervention strategies and related research and training and technical assistance to disrupt the cycle of trauma and victimization and address gun violence in America.

From the Vault

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The history of the 1974 Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act

September 6, 2024

Discover how a landmark federal law transformed the juvenile justice system, ensuring better protections and opportunities for youth across the nation.

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NIJ LEADS scholars program promotes evidence-based policing practices

August 1, 2024

Explore how the National Institute of Justice is advancing evidence-based policing by fostering scholarly leadership and innovative research initiatives.