Clandestine Laboratory Topics
	Clandestine Laboratory Evidence Collection This course is designed to provide applications of clandestine laboratory evidence collection for those personnel who have completed the certification requirements set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration as outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) and EPA 40 CFR 311. Mandatory Prerequisite: All students must be Clandestine Laboratory Certified (as outlined in OSHA 1910.120 Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Objectives Discuss issues of operational planning for evidence collection within a clandestine laboratory site. Describe the evidence collection process to include: scene processing, proper collection of chemical evidence, sampling techniques, identification of potential criminal charges, issues of contamination to evidence and submission of evidence to lab(s). Discuss common defense strategies for clan lab cases.
	Clandestine Laboratory Overview This course will provide law enforcement officers with the knowledge to recognize and survive a clandestine lab encounter. Objectives Define clandestine laboratories. Identify the drugs that are manufactured in clandestine laboratories. Describe the hazards, prevalent methods and trends in methamphetamine production. Identify first responder actions.
	Trends in the Meth Trade This course will explain the trends of methamphetamine labs around the country, to include discussions of the effects, reported seizures, sources of product and precursors, production methods and chemicals, investigative techniques and legislation. Objectives Describe the effects of methamphetamine on the user. Be aware of the trends in reported seizures across the nation. Describe the trends and sources of imported methamphetamine. Describe the sources of precursor chemicals for local manufacture of methamphetamine. Describe new production methods and chemicals used. Identify new investigative techniques. Understand new legislation strategies to deter meth labs. Discuss and network with other students about trends in their area.
	Rolling Clan Labs and Precursor Identification This topic will provide an overview for law enforcement officers and other first responders of how to recognize, evaluate, react to, and survive an encounter with a rolling clandestine lab. Clandestine drug labs producing methamphetamine and other drugs are on the increase in the U.S. and worldwide. New, mobile production techniques and the ability to easily acquire and transport essential precursors, chemicals and equipment is giving rise to the current methamphetamine epidemic. As law enforcement becomes more aware of the activities associated with methamphetamine production, the criminals involved continuously change their actions to avoid detection. This has led to the proliferation of rolling clandestine drug labs. Objectives Recognize a rolling clan lab. Recognize precursors, chemicals and common equipment used in rolling clan labs. Recognize the prevalent methods and hazards in methamphetamine production. Be aware of first responder options for stabilizing rolling clan lab incidents. Be aware of agency responsibilities as they relate to state and federal regulations.
	Drug Interdiction Topics
	Airport Interdiction This program will assist the law enforcement officer in identifying and intercepting drug couriers who utilize airlines for the purpose of drug trafficking. Objectives Gain knowledge of drug smuggling trends and methods. Identify indicators displayed by drug couriers. Understand police/citizen encounters. Identify interview methods used. Describe officer safety methods in regard to police/citizen encounters. Gain knowledge as to the laws, guidelines and restrictions associated with Airport Interdiction. Describe investigative methods used in Airport Interdiction.
	Commercial Bus Interdiction This topic will outline the implementation of consensual encounter techniques aboard commercial buses. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, techniques, safety issues, ticketing review and understanding, and the visualization of commercial buses. The course will also explore commercial bus management issues and potential sources of information in this area. Objectives Identify case law and legal foundation relating to commercial bus drug interception. Understanding commercial bus travel. Cooperation with commercial bus management and staff. Areas of concern on commercial buses. Ticketing review and understanding. Identify when consensual encounter techniques are to be implemented aboard commercial buses. Use of K-9 aboard commercial buses. Initiating Consensual Encounters in commercial bus terminals.
	Commercial Vehicle Interdiction This course will provide instruction to law enforcement officers in techniques of roadside interviews and hidden compartment detection to be used in traffic stops of suspected drug couriers and users operating commercial vehicles. It is the goal of this course to provide these techniques to lead to the safe discovery of illegal contraband, and, ultimately, a successful prosecution. Objectives Discuss the legal aspects of roadside traffic stops as they pertain to commercial vehicles. Utilize documented traffic stop information in such a way that it can be used in court to justify related investigations. Identify indicators of suspicious behavior, deceptive statements, and suspicious nonverbal indicators. Identify signs of drug concealment in various locations of both the tractor and trailer of commercial vehicles. Identify signs of drug concealment in rental trucks.
	Drug Parcel Interdiction This topic will outline the characteristics and indicators common to parcels containing illegal contraband. The course outlines methods utilized to assist the narcotic officer in developing partnerships with the mail parcel companies to identify violators who use private carriers and/or the U.S. Mail to facilitate narcotic and currency trafficking. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, management and staff concerns, and investigative techniques and safety issues to be concerned with in working parcel interception. The course will also detail methods for conducting controlled deliveries of parcels. Objectives Understand the mission of a Parcel Narcotics Interception Program. Understand how to initiate a Parcel Narcotics Interception Program. Cooperation with parcel company management and staff. Review indicators and characteristics utilized by drug traffickers using parcels to traffic in drugs and currency. Initiate police/citizen encounters. Gain knowledge of drug smuggling trends and methods. Understanding officer safety methods, in regard to conducting controlled deliveries. Review of case law concerning drug parcel interception. Utilizing narcotic detection canines in the parcel interception program.
	Hotel/Motel Interdiction This topic will outline the implementation of consensual encounter techniques in a hotel/motel setting (Knock and Talk). The course outlines methods utilized to assist narcotics or uniformed officers in developing partnerships with the hotel/motel industry to identify violators who use hotels/motels to facilitate narcotic trafficking and other criminal activity. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, management and staff concerns, and investigative techniques and safety issues to be concerned with in the hotel/motel setting. The course will also explore the utilization of staff personnel as sources of information. . Objectives Identify scope of the problem. Identify case law and legal foundation relating to working hotel/motel settings. Understand the hotel/motel industry and its goals. Develop cooperation and liaison with hotel/motel management and staff. Review of all documents (i.e., registration cards, telephone toll information) as tools in identifying persons involved in narcotic trafficking or criminal activity. Identify conduct and behavior of suspicious hotel/motel guests. Identify when consensual encounter techniques are to be implemented in the hotel/motel setting. Use of K-9 in and around hotels/motels.
	Rental Vehicle Interdiction This topic will outline the implementation of a drug interdiction detail for the rental vehicle industry. The course outlines methods utilized to assist the narcotic officer or uniformed officer in developing partnerships with the rental vehicle industry to identify violators who use rental cars to facilitate narcotic trafficking and other criminal activity. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, management and staff concerns, investigative techniques and safety issues to be concerned with in the rental car industry setting. The course will also explore the utilization of staff personnel as sources of information. Objectives Identify scope of the problem. Identify case law and legal foundation relating to working rental vehicles. Understanding the rental vehicle industry and its goals. Developing cooperation and liaison with rental vehicle management and staff. Review of all documents  (i.e., rental vehicle contracts) as tools in identifying persons involved in narcotic trafficking or criminal activity. Identifying conduct and behavior of suspicious rental vehicle customers. Identify when consensual encounter techniques are to be implemented in the rental vehicle setting. Use of K-9 in and around rental vehicles.
	Stash House Interdiction Drug stash houses and their occupants will exhibit certain traits indicative of a stash house. This course is based upon the concept of providing training to law enforcement who in turn train many different community sources in recognizing indicators of a drug stash house. Once a stash house investigation is initiated, unique investigative techniques are implemented; these are also included in this session. Objectives Identify community sources available for recognition and reporting of possible drug stash houses. Identify typical drug stash house indicators. Identify drug stash house investigative techniques. Describe the media issues involved in drug stash house interdiction.
	Storage Unit Interdiction This topic will outline investigations in the area of the Storage Unit setting. The course outlines methods utilized to assist the narcotics or uniformed officer in developing partnerships with the storage unit industry to identify violators who use storage units to facilitate narcotic trafficking, asset concealment, meth lab operations and other criminal activity. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, management and staff concerns, investigative techniques and safety issues to be concerned with in the storage unit setting. The course will also explore the utilization of staff personnel as sources of information. Objectives Identify scope of the problem. Identify case law and legal foundation relating to working storage units. Understanding the storage unit industry and its goals. Develop cooperation and liaison with storage unit management and staff. Review of all documents (i.e., contracts) as tools in identifying persons involved in narcotic trafficking or criminal activity. Identify conduct and behavior of suspicious storage unit customers. Identify when consensual encounter techniques are to be implemented in the storage unit setting. Use of K-9 in and around storage unit areas.
	Street-Level Interdiction This session will address techniques to watch and establish probable cause to search or arrest a drug dealer. Objectives Identify the common drugs sold by drug dealers. Identify the actions to look for to establish a pattern of drug dealing on the streets. Describe the set-up and methods of a single drug dealer. Describe the set-up and methods of a multi-drug dealer organization. Describe methods for surveillance of a street-level drug dealer. Describe various methods of arrest for street-level drug dealers.
	Train Interdiction This topic will outline the implementation of consensual encounter techniques aboard commercial passenger trains. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, techniques, safety issues, Passenger Name Record (PNR) review and analysis, ticketing review and understanding, and the visualization of the different types of passenger train cars. The course will also explore commercial passenger train management issues and potential sources of information in this area. Objectives Understanding legal issues. Understanding commercial passenger train travel. Cooperation with commercial passenger train law enforcement. Cooperation with commercial train management and staff. Review of Passenger Name Record (PNR). Ticketing review and understanding. Consensual encounter techniques aboard commercial passenger trains. Use of K-9 aboard passenger trains.
	Vehicle Interdiction: The Complete Vehicle Stop The purpose of this topic is to increase law enforcement officer awareness of possible criminal activity during routine vehicle stops and to train the officers in the proper techniques for a safe, proper and productive vehicle interdiction stop. Objectives Identify the importance of traffic enforcement and its relationship to criminal activity. Identify the indicators of motor vehicle drug couriers. State the do's and don'ts of profiling. Conduct a productive traffic stop while maintaining officer safety.
	Gang Topics
	Asian Gangs Overview This course will overview the varying Southeast Asian criminal enterprises impacting American society. This information will help the officer identify and investigate criminals within the Southeast Asian community. This course is designed for the uniformed patrol officer or investigator who anticipates working with Southeast Asians. This course will acquaint the officer with the history and organization of this cultural influence and their criminal activities to include: Drug Trafficking, Burglary, Auto Theft, Larceny, Robbery, Fraud, Gambling, and Extortion. Objectives To recognize the Southeast Asian presence. To recognize Southeast Asian crime characteristics. To gain awareness of the unique investigative skills applicable to Southeast Asian culture.
	Criminal Street Gangs Introduction This course will provide an introduction to the origins, criminality and drug activity of the most commonly encountered criminal street gangs throughout the country. This understanding will then facilitate the identification of criminal street gang members. Objectives Identify and classify criminal street gang members and associates. Describe the history of criminal street gangs. Describe safety issues in dealing with criminal street gangs.
	Criminal Street Gangs MS 13 This course will develop an understanding of the origins, alliances, rivalries, and methods of criminal operations (including drug activity) of the Mara Salvatrucha-13 (MS-13) street gang. This understanding will then facilitate the identification and investigation of these gang members. Objectives Identify MS-13 criminal street gang members. Describe the history of the MS-13 gang and its alliances and rivalries. Discuss methods of operation commonly used by the MS-13 gang.
	Drugs and Outlaw Bikers This topic will develop an understanding of the origins and methods of operation of the most commonly encountered outlaw motorcycle gangs throughout the country. This understanding will then facilitate the identification, investigation, and prosecution of criminal outlaw motorcycle gang members. This course is designed for the uniformed patrol officer or investigator who anticipates working with the outlaw motorcycle gangs. The course will acquaint the officer with the history and organization of gangs, legal definitions, gang identifiers (including patches, colors or cuts, symbols, tattoos, jewelry, monikers, etc.), criminal activities, documentation, and officer safety. Objectives This topic will develop an understanding of the origins and methods of operation of the most commonly encountered outlaw motorcycle gangs throughout the country. This understanding will then facilitate the identification, investigation and prosecution of criminal outlaw motorcycle gang members. This course is designed for the uniformed patrol officer or investigator who anticipates working with outlaw motorcycle gangs. The course will acquaint the officer with the history and organization of gangs, legal definitions, gang identifiers (including patches, colors or cuts, symbols, tattoos, jewelry, monikers, etc.), criminal activities, documentation, and officer safety. Identify the history of gang alliances and rivalries, and the criminal activity used by gangs to fund gang operations, including their "legal defense fund" and their "war-chests" to be used for civil litigation against law enforcement. Identify investigative techniques that will lead to the successful documentation and prosecution of criminal outlaw motorcycle gangs as well as individual members and associates. Identify officer safety practices critical for officer's survival during outlaw motorcycle gang encounters. Identify techniques for managing "runs," anniversaries, funerals and other outlaw motorcycle gang events which may entail thousands of bikers.
	Gang Prosecution Techniques Overview The course presents an overview of investigative techniques and concepts that have been used to successfully dismantle criminal organizations previously considered unstoppable by traditional law enforcement techniques. Emphasis is placed upon charging all criminal activities committed by members of the organization in one Racketeer Influence and Corrupt Organization Act (RICO) indictment. In conjunction with this, Continuing Criminal Enterprise (CCE) and Hobbs Act elements are discussed as a means to a RICO indictment. Objectives Utilize successful investigative techniques for criminal enterprise investigations. State the requirements for completing a RICO, CCE, Conspiracy, or Money Laundering investigation. Understand the basic structure of RICO, CCE, Conspiracy, Money Laundering and Hobbs Act laws.
	Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Incidents This topic is designed to enhance the Law Enforcement Officer’s training and expertise in recognizing the Outlaw Motorcycle Gangster. This topic is a chronological presentation of major criminal activities by Outlaw Motorcycle Gangsters in the United States from February, 2001 to the present.  Includes narcotic violations, assaults, extortions, bombings, arsons, murders and more. Objectives Increase the Law Enforcement Officer’s awareness of the criminal activities engaged in by the Motorcycle Gangster. Assist the Law Enforcement Officer in developing the probable cause necessary to search or arrest the Motorcycle Gangster.
	Street Gangs: Overview of The Prison Connection The influence of criminal street gang members on our prison system and back into our communities is introduced in this course to include methods which can be used to identify, monitor and manage these gang members as a security threat group. This class is recommended for both Law Enforcement and Department of Corrections personnel. Objectives Define the term Security Threat Group(s) and the relationship to criminal street gangs. Develop an understanding of the common identifiers, symbols, tattoos, graffiti, behavior, and physical evidence of gangs both in prison and on the streets. Develop an understanding of the threat and propensity towards violence that these groups and their members pose to correctional staff, inmates/offenders, law enforcement and members of the community.
	Interview Topics
	Eye Accessing There is a serious lack of knowledge about how eyes communicate the truth and what eye movement means. This course will look at a particular set of accessing cues and how police officers can use these cues to determine what people are thinking. Objectives Recognize how we communicate through eye movement. Understand what Eye Accessing is. Enhance skills in reading eyes to help identify people who are recalling and constructing.
	Interviews & Body Language  new in 2006 This topic will address successful techniques for assessing suspects through knowledge of interview techniques, body language and eye patterns. Interview steps, building rapport, questioning techniques, and observation/listening skills will be included in this presentation. Objectives Identify interview techniques to maximize officer safety. Identify elements of nonverbal communication that may indicate deception or impending violence during the interview.
	Undercover Topics
	Undercover Operations Overview This program provides multijurisdictional standards and techniques used by investigators in undercover counterdrug operations. Objectives Understand the need for and purpose of undercover operations. Gain an understanding of the needs and methods of selecting undercover officers/agents. Heightened awareness as to the need for good planning and training.
	Undercover Operations And Tactical Responses This course is geared to planning, conducting and surviving undercover operations. Objectives Identify points to address when planning undercover operations. Define the roles of the supervisor, case agent and undercover officer in each stage of the operation. Discuss successful operational strategies. Describe the importance of officer safety and strategies to maintain safety for the entire operational team.
	Undercover Operations And Tactical Responses for Supervisors This course is geared to planning, conducting and surviving undercover operations from a supervisory perspective. Objectives Identify points to address when planning undercover operations. Define the roles of the supervisor, case agent and undercover officer in each stage of the operation. Discuss successful operational strategies. Describe the importance of officer safety and strategies to maintain safety for the entire operational team.
	Undercover Techniques for Male/Female Teams This presentation is an honest, realistic, and sometimes humorous look at the realities of male and female undercover teams. Objectives Develop a better understanding of the relationship between males and females working as a team. Identify the importance of females in drug units and how they enhance the chances of success in undercover operations. Describe the thought processes of males and females and recognize that male/female teams can be the most successful in narcotics work.
	Undercover Violence: "Dealing for Your Life" Within the last 15 years, at least 40 narcotics officers have been murdered while acting in an undercover capacity. After such tragic occurrences, the first question immediately asked is, "What did they do wrong?" To this, fellow officers may reply, "Nothing, they were murdered by drug traffickers," or “The undercover officers played the role too well and the violator(s) had no idea that they were cops." While this may be true, a recent study of undercover shooting incidents suggests that more specific factors or practices may contribute to the ever-increasing incidence of violence during undercover scenarios. During this four-hour block of instruction, we will discuss what's behind this increase in violence, scenarios surrounding actual undercover shootings, and the seven contributing factors identified during a case-by-case review of undercover shootings. We will also discuss the importance of using proper strategies when conducting negotiations with the drug violators, as well as the importance of controlling the environments where undercover officer(s) and support personnel allow themselves to be placed. Objectives Identify the seven contributing factors for violence in drug negotiations. Identify proper strategies when conducting negotiations with drug violators. State the importance of controlling the environments where undercover personnel are placed.
	Pitfalls in Undercover Work The course will look at some pitfalls that police officers deal with in narcotics work. Objectives Describe some of the reasons for corruption in narcotics law enforcement. Identify the different types of corruption. Identify the warning signs and responsibilities of partners and supervisors.
	Other Topics
	Asset Forfeiture Overview This course will provide an overview of the civil and criminal provisions of the forfeiture laws and the appropriate use of forfeitures as a law enforcement tool. It is designed for the investigator and prosecutor who specialize in narcotics investigations. Objectives Learn terminology and a basic overview of asset forfeiture. Determine what is needed to take a forfeiture action. Gain an understanding of the use of civil & criminal provisions of the forfeiture laws. Determine if asset forfeiture is appropriate in an investigation.
	Canine Interdiction The course will introduce several new areas of deployment in canine drug investigations and is designed to enhance the detection skills of the canine team. The program provides information ranging from the selection of handlers and canines to the acquisition and storage of drugs. Also included is a segment concerning legal issues related to canine teams. Objectives State the desired traits and testing methods used to evaluate handlers and/or canine candidates. Apply the principles of conditioning in training drug detection canines. State the procedures for the acquisition, registration, and storage of training drugs. Understand the concept of "goal-oriented training." Understand the importance and responsibility of maintaining accurate and complete training and use records to establish reliability.
	Career Survival Strategies Overview This training will provide an overview of the challenging situations faced by drug law enforcement officers which can either cause destruction of personal worth and value to both family and agency, or can establish true worth, enabling officers to efficiently combat the war on drugs. Emphasis will be placed on decision-making skills, the consequences of ethical and unethical behavior, and the roles of moral development and personal character in the professional life of drug law enforcement officers. Objectives Define basic terms related to the study of ethics. Recognize the stages of career development. Identify common ethical dilemmas and pitfalls for drug law enforcement officers. Understand the role of personal moral development, integrity, and character. Recognize the consequences of both ethical and unethical behavior. Discuss differences between institutional policies and individual ethics. Discuss the nature and forms of corruption.
	Consensual Encounter Techniques This training includes lecture- and scenario-based training that will outline techniques in the use of consensual encounter techniques. The instruction includes legal foundation and case law issues, techniques, safety issues, and the use of plain-clothes and uniform officers. In addition, the program will discuss familiarization of the Fourth Amendment as it relates to search and seizure, determining reasonable suspicion and probable cause based solely upon behavior, recognizing suspicious or criminal behavior, planning a consensual encounter, approaching and talking to a target, specifics of consensual encounters and consent searches as well as their denial by a target, legal documentation, and preparation for courtroom testimony and the court’s review of the encounter. Role-playing scenarios are included to allow students to participate in the techniques featured and provide the student with feedback concerning their technique and investigative skills. Objectives What is a consensual encounter? Learn how to prepare for and conduct a consensual encounter safely and legally. Determine reasonable suspicion and/or probable cause. Prepare for the court’s review of the encounter. Present legal documentation and properly testify in court when a consensual encounter is involved.
	Courtroom Testimony Overview The vast majority of criminal court cases involve narcotics arrests. Since these criminal cases are often used to set new case law, having police officers learn how to testify better in court will help result in the formulation of good case law. This course will train drug officers to articulate facts in a courtroom or deposition setting in a professional and accurate manner. Objectives Recognize the special concerns of motions, suppression hearings, and deposition testimony. Understand the types of examination in court: direct, cross and re-direct examination. Utilize courtroom tactics to ensure an accurate and professional testimony.
	Current Drug Trends Overview The goal of this course is to present an overview of the identification of current controlled and non-controlled substances and the associated paraphernalia sworn law enforcement officers will likely encounter in their duties. Topics include: appearance, applicable presumptive tests, physiological and psychological effects, methods of ingestion, possible medicinal and/or cultural uses, slang terminology, weights and diluents, cultivation and production, and clandestine laboratories. Objectives Recognize various controlled and non-controlled substances and any associated paraphernalia. State the possible presumptive tests than can be utilized for various controlled substances. State the possible medicinal uses of various controlled and non-controlled substances, if any. State the method of ingestion, slang terms, and the physiological and psychological effects of various controlled and non-controlled substances. Identify the signs and signals of a possible clandestine laboratory operation.
	Drug Enforcement Techniques for the Patrol Officer (conference only) This session will discuss current techniques for covert and overt narcotic investigations applicable to the patrol officer. Objectives Identify overall goals in drug investigations. Identify targets for enforcement or investigation. Determine investigative techniques to be used for each target. Identify potential sources of information for drug investigation. Identify/discuss tactics that can be used to deter narcotic trafficking.
	Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault Overview Sexual assault cases where ingestion of drugs renders the person intoxicated, with memory loss or potentially unconscious, whether willfully or unknowingly taken, are difficult at best. This topic will provide an awareness of the issues related to drug facilitated sexual assault. Objectives Gain an awareness of the magnitude and issues surrounding drug facilitated sexual assault. Gain an awareness of the drugs and strategies used by offenders of drug facilitated sexual assault. Describe the characteristics and effects of the drugs commonly used.
	Drug Sting Operations This course will facilitate the investigation of drug dealers with the use of drug sting operations. The course will focus on detailed planning, role of the undercover officers, role of informants, entrapment issues and the legality of drug stings. Additional topics will include procedures for obtaining drugs, surveillance, amounts to be sold and selecting the location for the sting to take place. Objectives Define drug sting. Identify the roles of the undercover officer and informant in a drug sting operation. Describe the legality of drug stings to include entrapment issues. Describe operational planning issues that are unique to drug sting operations.
	Drugs, Violence and Music The increase of media violence in our society must be recognized, located and identified. The way to deal with any problem is first, acknowledge that a problem exists; and second, gain an understanding of the problem in order to find a solution. The goal of this presentation is to impart information to officers concerning media violence. Objectives Understand and identify the portrayal of violence in mass media. Understand the connection between narcotic trafficking by street gang members and rap artists. Understand how gang members and rap artists promote drug usage through rap music. Be able to identify the forms of mass media relaying various forms of violent information. Define the evolution of rap music. Know and understand the levels of gangster rap music. Know and understand the lyrical content of the most popular songs. Understand how rap music is currently being used as a political platform for rap artists with known gang affiliation. Understand the rivalries between East Coast and West Coast rappers. Understand the exploitation of rap artists by the music industry. Use mass media as an investigative tool to identify gang members.
	Evolution of Drug Abuse The purpose of this class is to present the factors relating to drug abuse in American society from the 1800s to the present day. This class will cover the first discoveries and intended uses of common drugs, the social impact of drug use/abuse, politics, legislation, and enforcement issues. Objectives Understand the evolution and social impact of drug use. Recognize the motivating factors relating to the enforcement of drug laws. Understand the drug-related issues shaping politics and legislation.
	Elements of Conspiracy Conspiracies involving the activities of complex drug organizations are inherently difficult to investigate and successfully prosecute. The goal of this course is to familiarize the investigator with the basics related to conspiracy investigations. Objectives Understand the basic legal elements related to conspiracy investigations. Discuss various investigative strategies and techniques required to investigate complex criminal organizations. Gain basic knowledge of how to administratively manage a complex investigation so that a smooth and successful prosecution can be achieved.
	Financial Investigations Overview This course will present an overview of the principles and techniques for conducting financial investigations. It is designed for law enforcement officers and prosecutors who specialize in narcotics investigations. Objectives Recognize the elements of financial crimes. Identify if a financial investigation would aid criminal prosecution. Identify if money laundering and currency violations add additional targets. Determine if asset forfeiture provisions are appropriate.
	Heroin: America's New Youth Menace This course is for the non-law enforcement community to gain an awarenss of the heroin drug problem. It will cover the history, types of heroin and its effects, methods of use, diverted opiates as alternatives, and treatment options for addicts. In addition, it will cover why people use drugs, signs and symptoms of drug abuse, and strategies and safety concerns for dealing with abusers. Objectives Be aware of the origins and history of heroin use. Identify the 5 types of heroin available in the United States. Identify the most common methods of heroin ingestion. Realize the physiological effects of heroin use on the human body. Be aware of the pricing and common packaging of heroin. Understand that heroin abuse is opiate abuse. Identify the most commonly diverted synthetic opiates. Identify the various types of treatment available. Understand why people use drugs and the signs and symptoms of drug abuse. Identify strategies and safety concerns for dealing with abusers.
	Heroin Awareness for the LE Officer This course is for law enforcement officers to gain an awarenss of the heroin drug problem in our communities. It will cover the history, types of heroin and its effects, methods of use, diverted opiates as alternatives, and treatment options for addicts. In addition, it will cover officer safety issues and investigative techniques. Objectives Be aware of the origins and history of heroin use. Identify the 5 types of heroin available in the United States. Identify the most common methods of heroin ingestion. Realize the physiological effects of heroin use on the human body. Be aware of the pricing and common packaging of heroin. Understand that heroin abuse is opiate abuse. Identify the most commonly diverted synthetic opiates. Identify the various types of treatment available. Identify the safety concerns for law enforcement. Discuss investigative techniques relating to heroin and other opiate related investigatíons.
	Identifying Drugged Persons This session has been designed to improve your ability to recognize individuals who may be medically impaired or under the influence of drugs. It is likely that you have encountered individuals who were under the influence of drugs rather than alcohol. Depending upon the specific type(s) of drugs the individual has taken, some individuals may appear similar to persons who are under the influence of alcohol. Other individuals will look and behave differently from an alcohol-impaired individual. It is important that you be able to recognize suspects who may be under the influence of drugs so that you will know when to summon assistance from physicians, trained Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) or other appropriate persons.   This training program will not qualify you to perform the functions of a DRE. It will, however, assist you in recognizing some of the signs and symptoms associated with drug influence or when an individual needs medical attention. Objectives Recognize impairment associated with drug use. Define the word “drug” as it relates to traffic safety. Identify the seven drug categories and recognize the major observable indicators. Successfully document the observable impairment.
	Identity Theft and the Drug Connection Overview This session will acquaint you with criminal activity occurring at the street level and how it relates to the crime of identify theft and its link to drug trafficking.   Objectives State the meaning of Identity Theft. Identify key federal laws to further the prosecution of Identity Theft. Understand some of the different methods employed by criminals to commit Identity Theft. Understand the role that Identity Theft plays in drug trafficking. Understand the impact incurred by victims of Identity Theft. Describe the fundamental steps for working Identity Theft cases.
	Internet Investigations (for the Narcotics Enforcement Detective) MySpace and Face Book are just a few  of the  social websites that can provide valuable information during a criminal investigation. As an investigator,   the internet can be a valuable resource . During this 4 hour block of online interactive instruction you will discover the many ways criminals are visible on the Web. You will learn how to capture websites, videos and other images from places like YouTube, Google, and AOL Video. Additionally, you will learn how the Internet is used to sell illegal drugs, stolen property, and prostitution through websites such as Craigslist and eBay, and ways to combat the use of technology in street crimes. You will be given instruction, resource information, and online tools to begin these types of investigations and to give you the edge you need to be more successful.   Objectives Identify methods to c apture websites, videos and other images from the internet. Describe how the internet is used to sell illegal drugs, stolen property, and prostitution. Describe ways to combat the use of technology in street crimes. Identify resources and online tools to begin internet investigations.
	Knock and Talk This program discusses the latest techniques in the use of a narcotics interview to gain consensual search, make plain view seizures, and develop probable cause to search warrants. Objectives Define the nature of Knock and Talk investigations. Identify who can use a Knock and Talk. Identify when to use a Knock and Talk. Learn the steps to the Knock and Talk procedure. Recognize the safety concerns surrounding Knock and Talk investigations.
	Leadership in Police Narcotics Units This topic is designed for law enforcement officers who are or may become drug unit supervisors involved in drug investigation initiatives. The primary focus of this course is to provide the basic knowledge and skills necessary to improve their agent’s motivation, satisfaction and performance. Supervisors/leaders will learn how to establish appropriate expectations, set boundaries that will allow them to deal with the problematic and risk taking agents. It will teach supervisors to review several leadership styles that may be appropriate for supervising agents in different stages of competence, commitment, and stress in relations to undercover operations. Supervisors will also learn some important performance appraisal strategies in conjunction with common rater errors. Objectives Diagnose the competence and commitment of your agents to determine their level of readiness for the task at hand. Understand the importance of flexibility in leadership styles in addressing impediments to collaborative problem solving. Become knowledgeable about basic personality traits that influence behavior. Understand the importance of maintaining a high level of motivation, satisfaction and performance in agents. Describe of problematic agents and their early warning signs that can signal opportunities to get officers “back on track.” Determine strategies for supervising the risk taking agent. Understand dysfunctional coping strategies agents often default to when under stress or depressed. Understand the importance of IQ and EQ (Emotional Intelligence). Describe effective performance appraisal strategies and avoid common rater errors.
	Managing the Media Overview This course is designed to give valuable insight to the officer in dealing with the various media interactions, including press conferences, ambush interviews, and crisis situations. Objectives Understand the media and how it operates Understand how to engage the media properly, from initial contact through the actual media event Understand interview tactics used by media and how to avoid divulging the wrong information Practice preparing for and delivering a press release
	Marijuana Indoor Grow Investigations This topic will provide the investigator with a familiarization of marijuana cultivation trends, the signs that indicate the presence of an indoor grow operation and an overview of investigative techniques. Objectives Identify the strains of the cannabis plant, grow factors and the plant life cycle. Identify the equipment used in the indoor grow operation. Gain an awareness of indoor grow operations. Gain an awareness of techniques for investigating structures suspected of indoor grow operations.
	Marijuana Outdoor Grow Investigations This topic will provide the investigator with a familiarization of marijuana cultivation trends, the signs that indicate the presence of an outdoor grow operation and an overview of investigative techniques . Objectives Identify the strains of the cannabis plant, grow factors and the plant life cycle. Develop a working knowledge of outdoor grow operations. Gain an awareness of techniques for investigating outdoor grow operations. Gain an awareness of aerial marijuana spotting techniques.
	Money Laundering Introduction (Conference Only) This topic will provide an overview of the basic concepts surrounding money laundering violations. It will cover the applicable criminal statutes, Federal currency reporting forms and requirements. Objectives Identify criminal statutes applicable to money laundering. Identify federal currency reporting forms and their requirements.
	Money Laundering - Proving Illegal Funds (Conference Only) This course will cover the elements of proof needed to charge money laundering and currency reporting violations of both international and domestic money laundering cases. The presentation also includes a Source & Application of Funds case analysis. Objectives Identify sources of evidence and information in money laundering investigations. Complete a basic “Source & Application of Funds” analysis.
	N.A.R.C. - Making the Transition into Narcotics This presentation overviews the life and lifestyle of the undercover detective. From the time of the selection process throughout the career of the undercover operative, changes both subtle and dramatic take place. This course will highlight those changes in the hope of assisting the detective to avoid some of possible pitfalls that may be encountered along the way. Objectives Describe the selection process of the undercover officer. Describe the traits that have proven successful for the undercover officer. Describe workplace, home and community issues that undercover officers face on a daily basis. Identify techniques for avoiding pitfalls of undercover work.
	Overdose America Overview This course will provide an introduction to overdose issues in America to include definition, types, common drugs (street and prescription), symptoms, addiction, intervention and the impact on society. Objectives State the various types of overdose. Describe the symptoms and physical responses of overdose. Describe the issues surrounding prescription drug abuse. Respond effectively and safely when overdose is suspected. Identify initial intervention strategies for substance abuse or addiction. Understand the social, familial and economic influences of drug abuse.
	Pawnshop Drug Investigations If you discovered a location where 40% of the frequent visitors were chronic drug users and over 70% of the repeat clientele had criminal records, would you look a little closer?  Welcome to your neighborhood pawnshop.  Pawnshops, whether legitimate or not, provide a wealth of investigative information for the narcotic investigator, as well as property and violent crime detectives. This course will provide students with an understanding of the principles of pawn investigations, pawn shop inspections, and the “red flags” that may indicate criminal activity.  It will also provide proven techniques for conducting a successful undercover pawnshop sting operation. At the end of this 4 hour course, the student will have gained the knowledge needed to conduct a proper pawnshop investigation. Objectives Understand and gain basic knowledge of the history of the pawn industry and how it knowingly or unknowingly assists in narcotic and criminal activity Learn to conduct a proper pawnshop investigation to expose valuable information and develop leads to investigate narcotic and criminal activity Identify signs that signal criminal activity within a pawnshop Describe strategies for planning and executing a successful sting operation against a pawnshop
	Pharmaceutical Drug Investigations Overview The goal of this course is to present an in-depth look at various prescription substances and related diversion techniques that sworn law enforcement officers will likely encounter in their duties. This course will highlight the pertinent drugs diverted from legitimate to illicit use through prescription forgery, fake illness and injuries. Included are investigative techniques to detect activity and apprehend violators. Objectives Identify common pharmaceutical drug diversion methods, including prescription fraud. Identify prescription records for both controlled and non-controlled substances. State the method of construction and meaning behind DEA numbers. Identify the characteristics of forged prescriptions. State the meanings of prescription abbreviations. State the peculiarities of nurse investigations. Identify common controlled substances, along with their uses and effects.
	Preserving Computerized Drug Evidence This course is designed to raise awareness and knowledge of digital evidence pertaining to illegal drug and narcotic activities involving computers or electronic networks using computers and other digital communication technologies. Special emphasis is given to the recognition, preservation, and collection of digital evidence during the execution of drug search warrants or other narcotic investigations. Search and seizure laws and legal issues are examined as well as a review of the types of drug-related crimes committed in cyberspace. Objectives Understand the wide variety of digital evidence related to drug-related crimes. Understand and discuss the nature and volatility of digital evidence and electronic crime scenes. Comprehend the rules of search and seizure for digital evidence, to include federal legislation governing privacy issues. Describe the search warrant requirements and search warrant exceptions as related to digital evidence. Recognize and describe basic categories of digital evidence and their potential sources at a crime scene. Identify and comprehend issues associated with the identification, preservation, and collection of digital evidence. Recognize and understand procedures for collection, transport, and storage of digital evidence.
	Risk Management in Undercover Operations Law enforcement professionals inherently take risks. This course is designed to study the risks in all types of operations and develop a strategy to accomplish the mission but minimize danger. The most successful operations are guided by experienced agents who have learned from previous mistakes. Within each operation, there are many functions that must coordinate with each other to assure a successful operation. Things may go wrong during an operation, but how wrong depends on a number of factors, including planning, preparation and execution. During this course, students are provided with the tools to plan, prepare and execute operations while minimizing risk to the undercover officer, the investigative team, and the support personnel who may need to react. Objectives Identify the common risks that are inherent to undercover officers. Discuss the need for planning to reduce agent risk. Identify the risks within each operational phase and function. Identify the risks associated with informants, buy-bust operations, street purchases and surveillance operations. Identify the risk potential of different deal locations. Identify the risks that are associated with stress and undercover operations.
	Rogue Officer This presentation will address the difficult personnel issues related to the “rogue officer” (the more risky or problem employee in an organization). The focus will be on the potential impact of this type of officer to and from a law enforcement narcotics unit. Objectives Define and identify the characteristics of a “rogue officer.” Identify the importance of identifying the “rogue officer.” Identify the dangers of a “rogue officer” in narcotics. Identify leadership factors important for dealing with the “rogue officer.” Identify strategies to reduce rogue behavior in an organization.
	Sources of Information There is a large quantity of information available through nationwide, regional and commercial databases. This course provides an overview of the many different sources of information available to law enforcement for narcotic and criminal investigations. Objectives Provide information on the types of data offered by various databases for use in narcotics investigations. Provide an introduction to the use of the Internet as a tool to assist in criminal investigations.
	Specialized Electronics This class gives a basic understanding of the various hardware and media available to meet the needs of a narcotics investigation in various tactical environments. Training covers technical aspects such as antenna and repeater considerations, as well as tactical aspects such as body worn and placement of equipment. This course will also enable the student to properly identify the legal parameters involved in conducting electronic surveillance. The course includes, but is not limited to, electronic surveillance techniques, planning, implementation and control. In addition, a brief review of legal requirements is incorporated to include single party consent, Title III and visual interception. Objectives Identify and describe the hardware and media available for a narcotics investigation. Understand the technical and tactical considerations for the use of specialized electronics to meet a specific operation. Identify the legal parameters involved in conducting electronic surveillance.
	Stages of Any Covert Operation This program provides an understanding of the Nine Stages of any successful covert operation including: Introduction, CI Debrief, Pre-planning, Planning, Briefing, Touchy-Feely Issues, Touch and Go, the Operation Itself and the Critique. Objective Identify and describe the nine stages of any successful covert operation.
	Suburban Youth Subcultures This presentation will increase awareness and provide current information about the beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors of "Suburban Youth Subculture" kids, and also address the criminal activities in which they may be involved. Their history and backgrounds, "current scenes and movements," and their philosophies, mindsets, and activities will be examined. Some of these groups include Anarchists/Protestors, StraightEdgers, Goths, Ravers, Vegans, and Vampires. The unique law enforcement/corrections issues encountered with suburban youth subcultures will be addressed, with special emphasis placed on law enforcement officer safety when dealing with these individuals. Objectives Develop an awareness of today's suburban youth subcultures. Identify various individuals participating in these groups. Describe the mindsets and philosophies of the participants. Discuss law enforcement issues and public safety concerns related to these subcultures. Identify strategies for law enforcement to address the problems and concerns created by these individuals and the groups in which they are involved.
	Supervising Counterdrug Operations Overview This course is designed to provide executive-level law enforcement managers with insight into critical issues of counterdrug operations. Attendance should be limited to command-level executive positions (e.g., chief, sheriff, director, task force board members). The attendee will learn management practices that will ensure a stable command and control attitude of first-line and middle managers for counterdrug task force operations. Objectives Utilize organizational techniques for providing sound counterdrug enforcement efforts to communities served. Understand policy and procedure requirements necessary to ensure operational control. Utilize sound selection, training, and retention criteria for unit staffing. Use risk assessment and mitigation procedures.
	Surveillance Operations Overview This course will provide students with an understanding of the principles of basic surveillance techniques as they apply to the different types of surveillance performed by narcotic officers. The presentation will cover the various types and methods of surveillance, purposes for conducting surveillance, surveillance problems, and proper documentation of surveillance operations. Objectives State the various types and methods of surveillance and their purpose. Understand the principles of basic surveillance techniques performed by narcotic officers. Recognize the common problems that can occur during surveillance operations and how to address them. Observe and properly document activities during a surveillance for potential use as evidence or probable cause for warrant issue.
	Talking Hands Overview This course will provide students with an overview of the ability to communicate with each other nonverbally using one-handed signals in noisy environments and without the suspects hearing anything. This training, based upon the same signs used by the hearing-impaired public, will cover basic nonverbal communication techniques using single-hand sign language for use in police environments or situations where verbal communication is undesirable. Objectives Understand the benefits of using officer hand signals. Utilize a wide variety of officer hand signals, including descriptions and colors.
	Use of Drug Informants This program provides the multijurisdictional standards necessary to supervise, manage and document informants. Objectives Define “informants” and identify the different types. Describe the motivational factors of informants. Understand the risks and benefits of using informants within a drug investigation.
	Vehicle Searches and Hidden Compartments The goal of this session is to increase the patrol officer's awareness of possible criminal activity during traffic stop encounters. Motivation and observation are key to the patrol officer's success. Objectives Identify the indicators of motor vehicle drug couriers. Describe the most common types of vehicle searches. State the various reasons violators consent to searches. Describe proper vehicle search techniques.
	Violence and Money in the Drug Trade This presentation will take a close look at the violence associated with different types of drugs and why the violence occurs. Objectives Identify the types of violence used by drug dealers. Identify the hazards of marijuana grow operations and drug lab locations. Identify the dangers of interdiction stops. State the main reason for a person to sell drugs. State the profit margin on selling drugs.
	Workable Approach To Search And Seizure This presentation will focus on the historical background and judicial interpretation of the Fourth Amendment, reasons which justify warrantless searches and seizures, and the preparation and execution of search warrants. This class is tailored with material relevant to the state in which it will be presented. Objectives Understand the reasons why the Fourth Amendment was created. Understand that the Fourth Amendment was intended to require warrants. Understand the reasons for exceptions to the “warrant” rule. Understand the legal requirements for warrants. Understand the legal requirements for warrantless intrusions.