Dr. Collins will be discussing pedophilia, child molestation and the cross-associated paraphilias (sexual deviances) that men who are erotically attracted to children might have in conjunction to their main deviant focus.

Also covered will be the role of child sexual abuse imagery, grooming and the concept of indicative/collateral material on investigations. Psychological safeguarding and the emotional self-care of investigators will be explored.

This course is designed to introduce the foundation of criminal investigations to Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators. Whether you are the uniform officer responding to the call or the criminal investigator that will be handling the case, every first responder’s job is important. No matter what type of investigation is going to be conducted, the fundamentals of criminal investigation remain the same. Applying determination, sound investigative practices, techniques and procedures will enhance the investigator’s ability to solve a case. Additionally, uniform patrol and criminal investigators will learn the importance of securing, preserving and the collection of evidence from the scene. Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators will learn the proper techniques in dealing with witnesses, suspects and testifying in criminal proceedings. After the completion of this course al first responders will feel confident in having learned the foundation of criminal investigations.

This course provides tons of knowledge and interviewing skill development to understand sex offenders against children. This course will assist an investigator in understanding what causes a child predator, their typologies, how to investigate them, what type of monitoring is best, and why they recidivate. This course will focus primarily on pedophiles, hebephiles, and their victims. In discussing typologies, investigators will learn about their personality traits, cognitive distortions, and impulsivity in providing a broader understanding of the psycho-criminogenic factors and not just a typology. Lastly, this course discusses tools predators use to lure/groom their child victims and how they choose their victim, such as social media gaming platforms, and discusses networking amongst other sex offenders against children on the surface and dark web. This course comprises case studies and examples of dark web chat rooms, surface and dark web social media and gaming platforms, cell phone applications, investigative tools, ICAC, NCMEC, and more. (3-day event)

In the dynamic realm of criminal investigations, the internet plays a pivotal role, and criminal organizations increasingly leverage social media and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) in their activities. Enterprising law enforcement officers recognize the need for a comprehensive understanding of navigating major social media networks. Enter Nick Jerman, an expert instructor poised to equip officers with the latest insights and techniques in OSINT, ultimately saving valuable time and resources.

21st Century Narcotics Investigations" aims to equip detectives and narcotics investigators with comprehensive knowledge of their legal authority and the available tools crucial for effective narcotics investigations. 

This course is designed to introduce the foundation of criminal investigations to Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators. Whether you are the uniform officer responding to the call or the criminal investigator that will be handling the case, every first responder’s job is important. No matter what type of investigation is going to be conducted, the fundamentals of criminal investigation remain the same. Applying determination, sound investigative practices, techniques and procedures will enhance the investigator’s ability to solve a case. Additionally, uniform patrol and criminal investigators will learn the importance of securing, preserving and the collection of evidence from the scene. Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators will learn the proper techniques in dealing with witnesses, suspects and testifying in criminal proceedings. After the completion of this course al first responders will feel confident in having learned the foundation of criminal investigations.

The TrapMate* class will break down every aspect of a roadside encounter to include: pre-stop indicators, vehicle registration, sequencing identification, staged and cloned vehicle identification, case law, PC and consensual encounters, roadside interview techniques, proper searching techniques & identification of hidden compartments. Additionally, you will learn about post-seizure reporting and proper report writing to ensure a complete understanding of the process. 

The TrapMate* class will break down every aspect of a roadside encounter to include: pre-stop indicators, vehicle registration, sequencing identification, staged and cloned vehicle identification, case law, PC and consensual encounters, roadside interview techniques, proper searching techniques & identification of hidden compartments. Additionally, you will learn about post-seizure reporting and proper report writing to ensure a complete understanding of the process. 

In this comprehensive training program, we will delve deep into case law, providing you with a thorough understanding of how to respond legally and effectively to a wide range of challenging situations. From undercover operations to anonymous tips, constructive possession issues, and more, our course covers it all. You will learn how to articulate these complex issues in a legally defensible manner, ensuring your investigations are rock-solid.

Dr. Collins will be discussing pedophilia, child molestation and the cross-associated paraphilias (sexual deviances) that men who are erotically attracted to children might have in conjunction to their main deviant focus.

Also covered will be the role of child sexual abuse imagery, grooming and the concept of indicative/collateral material on investigations. Psychological safeguarding and the emotional self-care of investigators will be explored.

This course is designed to introduce the foundation of criminal investigations to Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators. Whether you are the uniform officer responding to the call or the criminal investigator that will be handling the case, every first responder’s job is important. No matter what type of investigation is going to be conducted, the fundamentals of criminal investigation remain the same. Applying determination, sound investigative practices, techniques and procedures will enhance the investigator’s ability to solve a case. Additionally, uniform patrol and criminal investigators will learn the importance of securing, preserving and the collection of evidence from the scene. Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators will learn the proper techniques in dealing with witnesses, suspects and testifying in criminal proceedings. After the completion of this course al first responders will feel confident in having learned the foundation of criminal investigations.

This course is designed to introduce the foundation of criminal investigations to Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators. Whether you are the uniform officer responding to the call or the criminal investigator that will be handling the case, every first responder’s job is important. No matter what type of investigation is going to be conducted, the fundamentals of criminal investigation remain the same. Applying determination, sound investigative practices, techniques and procedures will enhance the investigator’s ability to solve a case. Additionally, uniform patrol and criminal investigators will learn the importance of securing, preserving and the collection of evidence from the scene. Uniform Patrol and Criminal Investigators will learn the proper techniques in dealing with witnesses, suspects and testifying in criminal proceedings. After the completion of this course al first responders will feel confident in having learned the foundation of criminal investigations.

Mobile devices dominate the intake lists and desks of most digital forensic analysts globally. As devices are becoming more secure, with an increase in security, the need for detailed analysis is increasing as well. SQLite is a self-contained, serverless database engine. It is found on nearly every operating system and dominates iOS®, Android®, and macOS as one of the most prevalent and relevant data storage mechanisms. Rather than hope our forensic tools support the newest applications or be tethered to how a certain utility parses data, we can arm ourselves with the skills and techniques needed to conquer the analysis of nearly any application.

This course prepares students to identify various artifacts typically located in property lists and SQLite databases on MacOS-based computers, as well as learn how to perform forensic analysis. Students gain hands-on practical experience writing basic SQL queries and using them to analyze operating system artifacts that includes, but is not limited to, user login passwords, FaceTime®, messages, mail, contacts, calendars, reminders, notes, photos, Safari®, Google Chrome™, and Mozilla Firefox® .

In this comprehensive training program, we will delve deep into case law, providing you with a thorough understanding of how to respond legally and effectively to a wide range of challenging situations. From undercover operations to anonymous tips, constructive possession issues, and more, our course covers it all. You will learn how to articulate these complex issues in a legally defensible manner, ensuring your investigations are rock-solid.

The Certified Search & Seizure Instructor class is intended for academy and in-service instructors. It is also intended for ANY officer seeking to master Fourth Amendment concepts and earn a valuable certification. The CSSI program will build upon the concepts taught during the Advanced Search & Seizure, Advanced Traffic Stops, and Advanced Criminal Investigations class. In the end, graduates will have the skills needed to teach officers how to make good case law. Prerequisites: Must have taken Advanced Search & Seizure, Advanced Traffic Stops, and Advanced Criminal Investigations within the last 2 years.

This two-day course uses actual case studies from notable vehicle-involved violent crimes, missing persons, missing vehicles, carjacking crimes, and vehicle identification investigations to provide attendees with connected car information and investigative context in addition to hands-on vehicle experience. This course will familiarize investigators with modern car computing systems, the data stored locally within the vehicle, the data transmitted to third parties, and specific probative value to a broad range of major case investigations. Topics include connected car history, introduction to case studies, infotainment systems, telematics, uses for radio frequency identification (RFID), digital license plates, fleet management systems, connected vehicle peripherals, car services, high-tech Internet resources, search warrants, court orders, and legal challenges. Attendees will not only learn the information from a traditional lecture, but will also get an immersive, hands-on lab experience with a vehicle analyzing the raw data the vehicle is creating, and working on case studies using the techniques being taught to become a more skilled investigator for cases involving connected cars. This class is directed to all skill levels.

The TrapMate* class will break down every aspect of a roadside encounter to include: pre-stop indicators, vehicle registration, sequencing identification, staged and cloned vehicle identification, case law, PC and consensual encounters, roadside interview techniques, proper searching techniques & identification of hidden compartments. Additionally, you will learn about post-seizure reporting and proper report writing to ensure a complete understanding of the process. 

Cognitive interviewing begins with understanding the person you are interviewing beyond the basic pedigree information. This holds true for victims, witnesses, and suspects. Each person needs a different strategy or technique. Cognitive Interviewing Techniques: The Next Level (CICI), focuses on understanding how people think and their mindset, especially in the advent of the reliance on technology and a shortened attention span. In this two-day class, students learn different cognitive and influential techniques in order to reach people at a deeper level to effectively obtain more information and evidence. Students learn how to be more effective interviewers of victims, witnesses, and suspects, while teaching them how to observe brain-based deception and other behaviors. Real-life examples and illustrations will help students apply these techniques in their investigations as well as in the courtroom.

21st Century Narcotics Investigations" aims to equip detectives and narcotics investigators with comprehensive knowledge of their legal authority and the available tools crucial for effective narcotics investigations. 

The TrapMate* class will break down every aspect of a roadside encounter to include: pre-stop indicators, vehicle registration, sequencing identification, staged and cloned vehicle identification, case law, PC and consensual encounters, roadside interview techniques, proper searching techniques & identification of hidden compartments. Additionally, you will learn about post-seizure reporting and proper report writing to ensure a complete understanding of the process.