Although all USAOs are generally expected to devote resources to CHIP program objectives, those districts that have received FTE funding for the CHIP program should utilize those resources consistent with the program objectives described above. The creation of “Intellectual Property” and “Computer Crime” case categories in Form USA-5 and CaseView should enable USAOs to accurately record program work and it is critical that all prosecutors accurately enter that time so that DOJ can track resources on Intellectual Property and Computer Crimes. In addition, the use of performance work elements that reflect non-case related work, such as outreach and training, should encourage such work by CHIP AUSAs and provide an opportunity for them to track and quantify the work not otherwise reflected in case statistics.

The proper application of dedicated CHIP resources will be the subject of review by EOUSA’s Evaluation and Review Staff (EARS). In addition, the annual collection of intellectual property prosecution statistics is required by statute, and those statistics will be reviewed along with EARS reports and other available information by the Office of the Deputy Attorney General, in order to determine whether dedicated FTE resources are being effectively used and appropriately allocated.

[updated August 2023]