The Private Security Camera Incentive Program (PSCIP), administered by the Office of Victim Services and Justice Grants, encourages residents, businesses, non-profits and religious institutions to install security camera systems, as well as glass break sensors on or within their property and register them with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). This program is intended to help deter crime and assist law enforcement with investigations.
There are two ways to participate:
The Private Security Camera Rebate Program (PSCRP) creates a rebate for residents, businesses, nonprofits, and religious institutions to purchase and install security camera systems on their property and register them with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The program provides a rebate of up to $200 per camera, with a maximum rebate of up to $500 per residential address (e.g., home offices, condo buildings, and apartments) and $750 for all other eligible addresses.
Non-profits, religious institutions, or commercial businesses reporting less than $2.5 million in federal gross receipts or sales can apply for interior cameras up to $200 per camera with $750 being the cap, as well as up to $200 per glass break sensor with up to $600 being their cap.
Lastly, participants that have been in the PSCIP for at least four years can reapply for a second round of reimbursements under the same tier as the initial rebate amounts.
The rebate is exclusively for the cost of the camera(s) including any applicable tax.
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The Private Security Camera Voucher Program provides a private security camera system to eligible residents free of charge. District residents—either owners or tenants—who receive public assistance may be eligible to have a camera system installed at their home.
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If you have questions about the rebate or voucher program, please contact us at [email protected] or
202-727-5124.
Private Security Camera Incentive Program Monthly and Annual Reports