A total of approximately $15 million in funding is available statewide to support proposed programs. The number of courts awarded will be subject to available funding and at the discretion of the Judicial Council. Superior courts that are awarded grants must spend or encumber the funds by August 31, 2026. Funds may be used for: • Court or local law enforcement partner staffing • Supportive services including housing, drug treatment, counseling, mental health services • Incentives • Travel • Attending relevant training and educational events • Transportation to and from treatment or court hearings • Secure storage and other costs related to safely storing relinquished firearms This grant is reimbursement-based. Courts must submit monthly invoices for approved allowable expenses incurred. Grant funds will be disbursed on a quarterly basis once staff has determined that the claims comply with all grant reporting requirements. Prompt quarterly billing is critical to timely reimbursement as these grant funds must pass through BSCC, the administering agency, before being drawn down against California’s approved SCIP allocation at the federal level.
