The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution

In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense.

Grant Application

The Utah Indigent Defense Commission (IDC) receives state appropriations to supplement local indigent defense systems' spending. County and city governments may apply for IDC grants if reimbursement for supplemental expenditures over current spending is intended to meet IDC Core System Principles.

Video on How to Apply for Grants

Greg Bates explains the FY21 grant application process and shows how to fill out the application forms step by step. (40 mins)

Watch the Video on YouTube

Cover Letter from Commission Chair Sam Alba (PDF)

Grant Application Form (Fillable PDF)

Grant Budget, Project Plan & System Contracts Worksheet (Excel)

Grant Application Questionnaire (Google Form)

Grant Application Questionnaire Preview (PDF)