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Statement of Fact: As with anything new, a street officer or new detective being tasked with a criminal investigation can find it to be a bit intimidating. The responsibilities associated with an investigation also can be quite overwhelming. What to do, what not to do, who to contact, and when should it be done can be very stressful. “Baptism by fire” can very well be the norm. Hence, training in the various components of what constitutes an investigation is of the utmost importance. Why? Failure is simply not an option for the professional police officer.
Course Overview: In this course of instruction, a well-organized investigative approach will be provided to establish the investigative framework from which a street officer or new detective will able to conduct an all-encompassing and very through criminal investigation. In order to accomplish this, multiple facets of a criminal investigation will be brought forth and explored that are foundational to successful investigations. From the initial call intake through litigation, the course participant will be provided the necessary “investigative tools” to conduct such investigations. Additionally, the course will engage the participants in an interactive classroom setting in which actual cases are reviewed in an investigative approach to bring forth the critical teaching points.
Topics Covered:
1. Call Intake Protocols
2. Multidisciplinary Team Approach
3. Rules of Evidence Involving Search and Seizure
4. Search Warrant Applications
5. Utilization of Investigative Checklists
6. Forensic and Behavioral Crime Scene Reconstruction
7. Application of Victim and Suspect Background Information
8. Components of Property Crime Investigations and Crimes Against Persons Investigations
9. Gathering the Facts Without Bias or Prejudices,
10. Knowing the Elements of the Offense – An Absolute Must in Investigations
11. Formulation of Investigative Strategies
12. Formulation of Interview Strategies
13. Miranda Warnings – To Do or Not to Do?
14. Case Management Tools
15. Prosecutorial Considerations
16. Defense Issues
17. Collaboration with Prosecutors – Key to Convictions
18. Next Steps in Personal Career Development