Courtroom Survival Techniques (1 Day Course)
Course Presenter: Marcia Taylor
Effective courtroom testimony by law enforcement officials is a must in today’s
world of case prosecution. The hard work done by law enforcement to make a case is in vain if prosecution of that case is not successful. Successful prosecution depends in part on competent
and adept presentation by the law enforcement officer who is on the witness stand to the judge and/or jury hearing and deciding
the case in the courtroom. Most law enforcement officers receive little, if any, formal training regarding
courtroom testimony. Oftentimes they are left to wing it or to learn-as-they-go. As
a result, testifying can oftentimes be an anxiety-producing experience that leaves the officer wishing for a “do over.”
The courtroom is a different world.
The nuances of effective testimony can be easily overlooked by the law enforcement official who underestimates their
importance. With television shows and the news media greatly shaping the public’s perception of law
enforcement, today’s officer on the witness stand faces an uphill battle if he/she is not equipped with tips for testifying. The Courtroom Testimony training course focuses on bringing the law
enforcement officer mentally into the courtroom. This one day course will teach officers the do’s
and don’ts of testifying. They will learn how and why a personal connection must be made with the
judge/jury, and how to identify and protect their personal credibility. Officers will learn when and why
they may be called to the witness stand and the importance as well as the limitations of testifying. Preparation
tips will be provided to minimize the risks inherently associated with testifying. In addition, specific
techniques will be presented to teach officers how to counter common/favorite tactics used by defense attorneys.
Topics
Covered
Connecting with the Judge & Jury Expert Testimony Qualifications Common Mistakes Made Defense
Attorney Traps Mental Preparation Reducing the Anxiety of Testifying Nonverbal
Communication Articulation of Responses Proper Report Writing Limitations of Testifying Prosecutor Expectations Courtroom Ethics
Violent Crime Scene
Analysis (1 Day Course)
Course Presenter: Andra Lewis-Krick
Violent crimes are increasing
at alarming rates across the United States. Large metropolitan areas witness an abundance of violent crimes
ranging from gruesome murders and drive by shootings to extremely violent home invasions. Suburban areas
and smaller communities experience a range of violent crimes as well. Aggravated assaults, rape and bank
robberies occur in nearly every city in America. Regardless of a town’s population, the number one
fear among citizens is being the victim of a violent crime.
The role of a crime scene investigator is absolutely vital in prosecuting
the predators responsible for committing violent crime. Despite Hollywood’s portrayal, crime scene
investigation is a difficult and time consuming endeavor. Processing a violent crime scene is an even greater challenge.
There is no substitute for a careful and thoughtful approach. You only have one opportunity to get
the job done and done right.
Violent Crime Scene Analysis is a course designed to teach both experienced
and new patrol officers, investigative detectives and crime scene investigators how to properly handle and process different
types of violent crime scenes. Attendees will become familiar with different types of crime scenes and
be exposed to the interpretation of numerous real case examples worked by the instructor.
Topics Covered Definition of a Violent Crime Various Types of Violent Offenses
(Murder, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Rape..etc) Learn How to Process Different Types of Violent Crime Scenes Understand the Crime Scene
Investigators Role Proper Collection and Packaging of Evidence Court Room Testimony Overcoming the CSI Effect Portrayed in Hollywood Advanced Techniques to Photograph
Violent Crime Scenes Common Problems Encountered at Violent Crime Scenes Facts and Trends Regarding Violent Crimes Committed in the United
States Actual Case Studies of Violent Crimes Scenes
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