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SUMMARY:Basic Death and Homicide Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nMichael Chavez \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Basic Death and Homicide Investigations\nJune 1 @ 8:00 am – June 3 @ 4:00 pm\nThis comprehensive course provides step-by-step instruction on the proper initial response to major crimes or death scenes\, with an emphasis on preserving the scene and thorough documentation. Students will develop the foundational skills necessary to conduct a complete and legally sound investigation\, regardless of whether a crime has occurred. Through a detailed exploration of death types\, investigative indicators\, and local protocols\, participants will be better prepared to handle complex cases. The course also covers evidence handling\, witness interaction\, and collaboration during the autopsy process. \nThis course is designed specifically for the front line first-responder to potentially suspicious death investigations and new detectives that seek to gain additional insight into complicated death scenes. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the death process and differentiate between various types of deaths.\nRecognize investigative indicators and apply local protocols in death investigations.\nProperly identify\, preserve\, and collect physical evidence at a scene.\nLocate and interview witnesses effectively to gather critical information.\nComprehend the autopsy process and its role in determining cause and manner of death.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/basic-death-and-homicide-investigations-6-1-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T080000
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SUMMARY:Comprehensive Background Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nTim Jones \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Comprehensive Background Investigations\nJune 8 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis comprehensive course equips law enforcement professionals and hiring personnel with the essential knowledge and skills to conduct thorough\, legally sound background investigations for police candidates. Participants will explore the purpose and legal framework governing background checks\, and learn to navigate standard procedures\, documentation\, and investigative techniques. The course emphasizes identifying red flags and disqualifying factors\, with a special focus on analyzing social media content and recognizing problematic online behavior. Learners will gain practical experience in compiling background findings into professional\, ethical\, and legally defensible reports. By the end of the course\, participants will be prepared to conduct high-quality investigations that uphold the integrity of the hiring process and public trust. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and legal framework.\nOutline standard procedures\, documents & techniques.\nIdentify red flags and disqualifying factors.\nCompare & contrast the intricacies of investigating social media content.\nIdentify problematic online behavior.\nUnderstand additional intricacies of investigating certified officers.\nCompile background findings into a legal and ethical document.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/comprehensive-background-investigations-6-8-26/
LOCATION:New England HIDTA\, 13 Branch Street\, Suite 209\, Methuen\, MA\, 01860\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Law Enforcement
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SUMMARY:Interview & Interrogation Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nMichael Chavez \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Interview & Interrogation Techniques\nJune 8 @ 8:00 am – June 9 @ 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed to enhance officers’ ability to detect truthfulness and deception by interpreting both verbal and nonverbal cues. Emphasizing what is left unsaid as much as what is spoken\, the course provides insight into the emotional and psychological dynamics behind communication. Participants will gain practical tools to conduct more effective interviews and interrogations across a range of investigative scenarios. By understanding subtle indicators of omission and evasion\, officers will be better equipped to uncover hidden information and improve case outcomes. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDifferentiate between interviews and interrogations and apply appropriate techniques for each.\nRecognize and interpret common deceptive verbal phrases and nonverbal cues.\nPrepare strategically for interviews by assessing subject types and building rapport.\nAnalyze written and spoken statements for signs of evasion\, sensitivity\, or omission.\nNavigate legal considerations such as Miranda Rights while maintaining interview integrity.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/interview-interrogation-techniques-6-8-26/
LOCATION:Colchester\, VT Police Department\, 835 Blakely Road\, Colchester\, VT\, 05446\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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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\nJune 11 @ 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-6-11-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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