Criminal Investigations for Patrol Officers and New Detectives
This 3 day course is designed to assist with learning the fundamentals of criminal investigation. Topics include how to assess a crime scene, evaluate and determine the type of crime committed, as well as methods to use to conduct a thorough investigation. Proven techniques for the handling of evidence, writing and securing search warrants, identifying suspects and eliciting true confessions will be covered. The practical exercises conducted will assist attendees in building confidence in their ability, as well as instruct them on how to prepare for a successful criminal case prosecution.
The training is designed for Patrol Officers, New and Seasoned Investigators, Field Training Officers, Crime Scene Personnel and Supervisors
TOPICS THIS SESSION
- Initial Response to Crime Scenes
- Crime scene supervision
- Initial Scene Interviews to Formal Interrogations
- Natural & Undetermined Deaths
- Search Warrants
- Use of Social Media as Investigative Tool
- Virginia Beach Mass Shooting
- Show-ups and Line-ups
- Note-taking and Court Preparation
- Legal Rights and 4th Amendment Issues
- Working with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
- Learn the most common mistakes investigators make during cross exam
- Brady v Maryland and Giglio v. U.S.
- 3rd day of Tampa class will be Strategic Law Enforcement Interview & Interrogation by Lena Sisco
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Course Availability
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August 12, 2024 - August 14, 2024 8 Seats Left
Chesterfield Public Safety Training Center Chesterfield, VA -
August 13, 2025 - August 15, 2025 35 Seats Left
Hillsborough Co. Sheriff's Office, Training Division Tampa, Fl
Instructors
![Donnie Norrell, Owner of Investigative Concepts and Retired, Norfolk Police Department](http://s3.amazonaws.com/investigativeconceptsllc.com/instructor/donnie-norell-63b0911968532.jpg)
Donnie Norrell
Owner of Investigative Concepts and Retired, Norfolk Police Department
![Philip G. Evans, Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney, Retired](http://s3.amazonaws.com/investigativeconceptsllc.com/instructor/philip-g-evans-63ab2f68c9cdb.jpg)