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SUMMARY:Maine Search Warrants
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maine Search Warrants\nMay 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed to help officers understand and effectively draft search warrants\, with a focus on those new to the process or seeking a refresher. Through clear\, straightforward instruction and in class writing exercises\, participants will learn how to build solid affidavits\, articulate probable cause\, and meet constitutional and statutory requirements. The course emphasizes critical thinking over template use\, encouraging officers to craft legally sound documents tailored to specific investigative situations. Practical group exercises allow attendees to apply their knowledge\, receive feedback\, and refine their skills in real-world scenarios. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the structure and constitutional requirements of search warrant documents and affidavits.\nDevelop and articulate probable cause\, including relevant personal background to support it.\nDraft search warrants for dwellings\, vehicles\, and persons using legally sound methods.\nLearn how and when to amend warrants\, seal affidavits\, and handle informant confidentiality.\nNavigate the review\, approval\, and execution process of search warrants with confidence.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop and/or writing materials\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 7.08 – Search and Seizure Warrants\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maine-search-warrants-5-19-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T090000
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SUMMARY:Maine's Freedom of Access Act
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maine’s Freedom of Access Act\nJune 8 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm\nThis course provides essential training for law enforcement personnel on the legal and ethical responsibilities related to public access to records. Focused on the Maine Freedom of Access Act\, participants will learn how to navigate the complex balance between transparency and protecting sensitive information. The course addresses both the obligations to disclose and the statutory restrictions that govern confidentiality in law enforcement. Attendees will leave with practical tools and reference materials to assist in evaluating and responding to public records requests. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and history of “sunshine laws” such as the Maine Freedom of Access Act.\nGain a working knowledge of how the Freedom of Access Act applies to law enforcement records.\nDefine “confidential” in the context of law enforcement information and documentation.\nIdentify key statutes that regulate public access to governmental records.\nRecognize law enforcement-specific statutes that designate certain records as confidential.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 5.01 – Privacy and Security of Records\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maines-freedom-of-access-act-6-8-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T181119
CREATED:20260408T140833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T142519Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Search Warrants
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Maine Search Warrants\nSeptember 14 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed to help officers understand and effectively draft search warrants\, with a focus on those new to the process or seeking a refresher. Through clear\, straightforward instruction and in class writing exercises\, participants will learn how to build solid affidavits\, articulate probable cause\, and meet constitutional and statutory requirements. The course emphasizes critical thinking over template use\, encouraging officers to craft legally sound documents tailored to specific investigative situations. Practical group exercises allow attendees to apply their knowledge\, receive feedback\, and refine their skills in real-world scenarios. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the structure and constitutional requirements of search warrant documents and affidavits.\nDevelop and articulate probable cause\, including relevant personal background to support it.\nDraft search warrants for dwellings\, vehicles\, and persons using legally sound methods.\nLearn how and when to amend warrants\, seal affidavits\, and handle informant confidentiality.\nNavigate the review\, approval\, and execution process of search warrants with confidence.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop and/or writing materials\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 7.08 – Search and Seizure Warrants\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maine-search-warrants-9-14-26/
LOCATION:Skowhegan Police Department\, 51 East Madison Road\, Suite 2\, Skowhegan\, ME\, 04976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T181119
CREATED:20260408T143752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T144014Z
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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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