The Essentials of Internal Affairs Investigations Series II

Description

Course Introduction:Essentials of Internal Affairs Investigations Series II

Course Length: (2 Hour Webinar)

Welcome to Essentials of Internal Affairs Investigations Series II, a comprehensive webinar course designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the tools, knowledge, and national best practices to navigate the complex world of Internal Affairs (IA). Whether you're new to IA investigations or looking to refine your skills, this course will provide actionable insights into investigating employee misconduct.

Why This Course Matters

Internal Affairs investigations are critical for maintaining agency legitimacy, accountability, morale, and trust within the community. By mastering investigative workflows, labor relations laws, and due process principles, you'll be better prepared to handle sensitive cases effectively while upholding fairness and consistency.

What You'll Learn

This webinar course is divided into two key modules:

1. Intake &classification of complaints 

  • Criminal complaints: Deciding if perceived criminal misconduct will be classified as a criminal complaint.  
  • Administrative complaints: Understanding the impact of policy, tactics, and safety when conducting administrative complaints.  
  • Artificial Intelligence: Leveraging AI in the agency intake process.

2. Holding administrative complaints in abeyance during criminal proceedings. 

  • Case management protocols: Create a protocol for determining how to proceed with an administrative complaint while a criminal case based on the same facts is pending.
  • Balancing due process: Navigating contemporaneous internal affairs investigations without violating legal procedures.
  • When criminal prosecution is withheld: Learn the impact to departmental investigations and agency legitimacy.

Get Ready to Dive In! 

This course is designed to be engaging, practical, and actionable. You'll gain valuable insights into handling internal affairs cases while uplifting morale and fostering a culture of accountability within your organization. Let’s get started on this journey toward excellence in Internal Affairs investigations!