Criminal Justice Council Empowers
Education Reimbursement and
Loan Assistance Programs
The Criminal Justice Council supports Delaware's law enforcement education through the Reimbursement Program and aids in retaining public attorneys via the John R. Justice grant and state funding (HB 380).
The Criminal Justice Council Proud To Assist
Law Enforcement Officers
Delaware's Law Enforcement Education Reimbursement Program offers tuition support for certified officers, fostering higher education and enhanced public service.
Public Attorney
The Council aids Delaware agencies in retaining and recruiting public attorneys by offering student loan repayment assistance, funded by JRJ and HB 380
Approval Process
Submission Period
Review Period
Approval Meeting
Lump Funds Distribution
FAQ's
- Allocation based on State fiscal year, 12-mo
- Even distribution of awards ($2,500-$5,000)
- $475,000 in SFY2023
- Review & disburse by 6/30/2023
- Allocation based on Fed fiscal year, 24-mo
- Weighted awards ($600 – $2,500+)
- $30,000 in FFY2021
- Review & disburse by 9/30/2023
- Allocation based on State fiscal year, 12-mo
- *Biden/Harris Student Loan Forgiveness Program (up to $20,000 for eligible borrowers)
Unfortunately, we do not have time in the current State Fiscal Year; SFY 2023 ends 6/30/2023
However, we plan to shift to a Sept submission period to make multiple payments possible!
Maybe. It unfortunately depends on your loan servicer.
You’ll need to contact them directly—some are flexible!
Let me know if your servicer is willing to work with you to split lump payments (I’ll start a list)