The investigation must be either national in scope or be a multijurisdictional design capable of answering a range of research questions discussed below. To investigate the relevant universe of homicide cases, the research design should examine how homicide cases are investigated and how and why some of those cases enter the Federal system and others enter the State system. Applications are due October 19, 2001. A wide variety of research topics that explore the use of spatial data analysis for criminal justice research and practice are anticipated.
Supported projects are to be conducted within one year.
The National Institute of Justice's International Center is soliciting proposals to conduct research on trafficking of persons into the United States that will further our understanding of its impact on crime and justice, especially at the state and local level. Trafficking for purposes of forced labor, including sexual exploitation, domestic service and sweatshops, is an area that has received relatively little research attention. Consequently U.S. law enforcement is lacking extensive information with respect to the scope and nature of the trafficking problem. Proposed studies should focus on demand as a cause of trafficking in persons. In addition, consideration should be given to forced labor industries, the role of demand, and the individuals in the trafficking networks.