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Wisconsin Postconviction DNA Testing Assistance Program 2011

Award Information

Award #
2011-DY-BX-K006
Funding Category
Competitive
Location
Congressional District
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2011
Total funding (to date)
$778,329

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2011, $778,329)

The Wisconsin Innocence Project (WIP) is the primary organization dedicated to providing pro bono legal assistance to wrongfully convicted people in Wisconsin. We propose to hire four attorneys, a case intake specialist and an administrative assistant to provide the staffing to address our needs. Additionally, we request funding for DNA expert consultation and DNA testing.

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Date Created: September 8, 2011