National Institute of Justice Act - Establishes as an independent agency the National Institute of Justice, consisting of a Board of Trustees, a Director, and a Council. Authorizes and directs the Institute through grants, contracts and its own activities to: (1) evaluate the quality of justice and the administration of law; and (2) conduct research, experimental programs, training and educational programs, and information services with respect to such areas. Directs the Institute to give particular attention to the opportunities of individual citizens to secure prompt and effective enforcement of their constitutional rights, legal rights, and privileges and obligations, and to securing to them equal access to legal redress without regard to wealth, social position, race, sex, age, religion, or national origin.
Introduced in Senate
Referred to Senate Committee on the Judiciary.
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