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SUMMARY:Maine Search & Seizure Law
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maine Search & Seizure Law\nOctober 5 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course equips officers with a clear understanding of the Constitutional\, both Federal and Maine\, requirements during daily citizen encounters.  Designed from both academic and practical perspectives\, it explores critical legal concepts such as reasonable suspicion\, probable cause\, and warrant exceptions. Emphasis is placed on avoiding legal missteps that can lead to inadmissible evidence or personal liability. Using real-world examples and Maine case law\, students will build confidence in making constitutionally sound decisions in the field. This class addresses law enforcement interaction with civilians outside of those searches and seizures supported by a warrant. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDefine and apply key Fourth Amendment principles\, including reasonable suspicion and probable cause.\nDistinguish between consensual encounters\, investigative detentions\, and arrests.\nIdentify what constitutes a lawful search or seizure\, including warrant exceptions.\nUnderstand legal standards surrounding vehicles\, homes\, and electronic searches.\nDevelop liability awareness to reduce personal and departmental risk during enforcement actions.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maine-search-seizure-law-10-5-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Law Enforcement
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SUMMARY:Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab
DESCRIPTION:Instructors:\nScot Mattox\, Esq \nSeth Allen \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab\nOctober 15 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nWith today’s cannabis products reaching much higher THC levels and appearing in various forms—such as edibles\, concentrates\, and traditional flower— officers face increasing challenges in detecting impairment. This two-phase training provides officers with both classroom instruction and hands-on experience to better recognize cannabis-related impairment in drivers. Attendees will learn about current cannabis trends\, legal considerations\, behavioral indicators\, and enhanced field sobriety test protocols specific to cannabis use. The course culminates in a controlled “Green Lab” where officers evaluate individuals under the influence\, reinforcing classroom learning through real-time observation. \n*Attendees will not be exposed to cannabis or any other substances during the training. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify various forms of modern cannabis and understand their effects on impairment.\nApply an enhanced SFST protocol tailored to detecting cannabis impairment.\nRecognize key behavioral indicators and physical signs associated with THC-related impairment.\nUnderstand best practices for documenting cannabis-impaired driving investigations and building a strong court case.\nConduct real-time impairment assessments during the hands-on Green Lab experience\, evaluating reliability and technique.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone – please note that duty weapons are prohibited for the duration of this course.
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/cannabis-impairment-detection-lab-10-15-26/
LOCATION:York Police Department\, 9 Hannaford Drive\, York\, 03909\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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SUMMARY:Leadership Strategies for Success
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nTim Jones \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Leadership Strategies for Success\nOctober 26 @ 8:00 am – October 28 @ 4:00 pm\nDesigned for first-line supervisors\, this course provides students with a fundamental understanding of how leadership foundations and principles impact management and supervision. This course utilizes breakout team exercises to help students develop a true understanding of approaches and practices that drive motivation\, employee buy-in\, better communication\, motivation\, and positive morale. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDifferentiate between principles of management and leadership\, including various leadership styles.\nExplain the five components of self-leadership (Pentagon of Self-Leadership).\nDemonstrate effective communication techniques and the proper method of giving orders.\nDescribe the supervisor’s role in training and maintaining operational readiness.\nApply team-building strategies and techniques for leading up the chain of command.\nEvaluate the impact of employee evaluations on professional development.\nAssess the importance of positive leadership and its influence on team culture.\nAnalyze key motivators that influence employee performance and engagement.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 3.08 – Supervisor Training\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/leadership-strategies-for-success-10-26-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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