Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority – Chicago, IL

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority

Research and Grant Administration

• Mission: A state agency dedicated to improving the administration of criminal justice through research and federal grant distribution.
• Grants: Administers federal funds including the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
• Data: Provides statistical data and analysis to policymakers and the public to inform justice system decisions.

The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) serves as the state’s central repository for criminal justice data. It does not handle individual court cases or police reports. Instead, it focuses on system-wide improvements, funding victim services, and conducting large-scale research projects.

Access & Services

• Funding: Organizations can apply for grant opportunities through the GATA portal.
• Library: Publishes extensive reports on crime trends, corrections, and law enforcement protocols.
• Location: Offices are located in downtown Chicago on Van Buren St; visits are generally by appointment for business purposes.