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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Criminal Investigations
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nRon Lund \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Fundamentals of Criminal Investigations\nOctober 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nDeadline to register is October 5th!\nDesigned for newly assigned investigators and patrol officers who are interested in developing investigative skills and pursuing a career in criminal investigations\, this course provides participants with the foundational investigative skills needed to conduct a criminal investigation from the initial complaint through case preparation for prosecution. Participants will learn the fundamentals of crime scene assessment\, evidence collection and processing\, witness interviews and statement gathering\, and the legal requirements for obtaining search and arrest warrants. Participants will also receive sample affidavits for search and arrest warrants\, as well as case review checklists to assist in preparing cases for submission to prosecutors. \nThis course also covers custodial interrogations\, investigative resources available to support case development\, and the preparation of clear\, accurate reports that support successful prosecution. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the roles and responsibilities of a criminal investigator within the Maine/Federal Criminal Justice System.\nUnderstand constitutional and statutory requirements that govern criminal investigators including search and seizure\, interrogations (custodial/non-custodial) and operating within guidelines of SOPs.\nDevelop investigative plans for systematic investigations using current best practices.\nConduct effective interviews of victims\, witnesses\, and suspects using legally defensible and ethical techniques.\nIdentify\, document\, collect\, preserve and submit physical evidence while maintaining chain of custody.\nIdentify resources and other agencies to support and assist your investigations.\nPrepare clear\, accurate\, and complete investigative reports for prosecution.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nLaptop recommended\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets the following MLEAP Standards:\n\n7.06 – Miranda Warning\n7.07 – Interrogation\n7.08 – Search and Seizure Warrants (only partially meets standard)\n7.11 – Preliminary Investigations\n\n\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/fundamentals-of-criminal-investigations-10-19-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Corrections,Law Enforcement
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SUMMARY:Property & Evidence Room Management
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nRon Lund \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Property & Evidence Room Management\nNovember 5 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nDeadline to register is October 19th!\nThis course provides law enforcement personnel with comprehensive instruction on the proper management\, control\, and accountability of property and evidence. The course emphasizes best practices\, legal considerations\, and risk management strategies\, essential to maintaining the integrity of evidence. \nStudents will review standards related to the receipt\, documentation\, storage\, security\, inspection\, and disposition of property and evidence. The course also addresses common compliance deficiencies and provides practical guidance to ensure policies\, procedures\, and daily operations align with accreditation standards. \nThis training is ideal for detectives\, evidence custodians\, supervisors\, command staff\, and accreditation managers. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the legal responsibilities and proper background selection.\nUnderstand proper chain of custody.\nLearn best practices for proper packaging and storage.\nUnderstand intake and release procedures.\nUnderstand inventory and auditing best practices.\nYour duty to maintain access control and facility security.\nRealize the value of continuous inspections.\nUnderstand the importance of courtroom testimony.\nConsider accreditation needs\, such as MLEAP.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nPictures or a drawing of your room (optional).
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/property-evidence-room-management-11-5-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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SUMMARY:Crime Scene Processing
DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nRon Lund \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Crime Scene Processing\nNovember 10 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nDeadline to register is October 26th!\nDirigo Safety’s Crime Scene Processing course provides participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to safely document\, secure\, collect\, preserve and package physical evidence while maintaining scene integrity and ensuring legal admissibility. Participants will apply recognized best practices while following Maine Rules of Evidence throughout classroom instruction and practical exercises. \nThis course is designed for newly assigned investigators and patrol officers who are interested in developing evidence processing skills and pursuing a career in crime scene management. Participants have the opportunity to purchase a complete evidence collection kit ($350 value) to assist them with proper crimescene management through proper collection techniques. All attendees are required to have an evidence kit during the training for full participation. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nExplain the roles and responsibilities of the first responding officer\, collaboration with investigators while focusing on crime scene management.\nDemonstrate proper procedures for securing and protecting a crime scene to prevent contamination\, loss\, or destruction of evidence.\nApply systematic crime scene search methods for various scene types and scenarios.\nDocument crime scenes using written notes\, video\, photography\, crime scene sketches\, scene and evidence logs and other specialized techniques with the use of forensic mapping/drones.\nProcess common crime scenes focusing on processing techniques including fingerprinting\, footwear and tire impressions\, tool mark impressions\, trace evidence\, bloodstain evidence\, and firearm related evidence.\nIdentify resources and other agencies to support and assist your investigations.\nPrepare clear\, accurate\, and complete required reports to show prosecutors how you accurately describe crime scene observations\, evidence collection and investigative actions.\n\nEquipment Needed: \nAll attendees to Dirigo Safety’s Crime Scene Processing training are required to have an evidence kit during the training for full participation. If you are attending the training and are not purchasing the evidence kit from Dirigo Safety\, below are the items required for attending the training. \n\nRolling Cart\nNon-aerosol pump hair spray\nUV Light 365nm\nUV Goggles\nTape Dispenser 1.5 inch*\n3 x 5 black print cards (50 per person) LPB1005*\n3 x 5 white print cards (50 per person) LPW1005*\n5.5 x 8.5 black print cards (50 per person) LPB1505*\n5.5 x 8.5 white print cards (50 per person) LPW1505*\nPrint brushes 122L (2 per person)*\nWhite Powder 2 oz. 103L*\nBlack Powder 2 oz. 101L*\nCasting Frame FCF100*\nPhoto Scales PPS404*\nMicrosil Casting Material MCM100B*\nDisposal Scalpel KCP13810 (5 per student)*\nPlastic Tweezers*\nDental Stone (5 – 1lb ziplocked bags per person)**\n\n* Suggested retailer – Sirchie** Suggested retailer – Evident \n			\n				Download Equipment List\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 MLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP 12.02 – Access to Crime Scene Personnel\n\n			\n				Download MLEAP Training Proof
URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/crime-scene-processing-11-10-26/
LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement
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