Child abduction cases often expose investigators to the most disturbing aspects of human behavior. Repeated exposure to sexual exploitation, abuse, and victimization does not end when the case file is closed; it accumulates and can have lasting effects on those assigned to these investigations. This webinar is presented by an instructor who is a PhD researcher, a retired law enforcement investigator, and the current chair of a community college criminal justice department. Join him as he examines original research on vicarious sexual trauma among officers who investigate sex crimes, including documented psychological, emotional, and behavioral impacts. Explore how to apply evidence-based resilience strategies to support personal well-being, peer support, and trauma-informed leadership within investigative units.
The AMBER Alert Field Guide for Law Enforcement Officers provides a structured framework for the critical early stages of response, from call intake and patrol coordination to NCIC entry and AMBER Alert activation. The webinar will outline best practices for investigative follow through, lead and tip management, CART deployment, organized search operations, volunteer oversight, family interaction, and strategic media coordination. It will examine evolving trends in AMBER Alert activations, including tip volume management, multi-jurisdictional coordination, and the expanding role of digital and social media in recoveries. Emphasis will be placed on how a disciplined, data informed response will increase the likelihood of safe recovery while protecting investigative integrity.
In this webinar, participants will learn how the way first responders react and the actions they take when notified of a missing or abducted child can have a profound impact on the recovery of the child and the solvability of the case. The webinar explores the appropriate and necessary steps for a first responder when notified of a missing child case. Case study examples will be used to examine the actions of first responders in these cases.
Child sex trafficking (CST) investigations are often shaped by what is recognized and protected in the earliest moments of contact with victims. Identify the types of evidence critical to a CST investigation and evaluate where preliminary evidence is most likely to be located. Determine appropriate collection methods that preserve integrity. Strengthen early-stage decision-making to protect the evidence-based foundation necessary to disrupt exploitation and support the successful prosecution of those who victimize these missing and exploited children.
First contact with a child sex trafficking victim can either stabilize trauma or compound it. Define what victim-centered means within the context of first responder engagement and examine how early interactions shape cooperation, safety, and long-term case outcomes. Identify behavioral indicators commonly presented by traumatized CST victims, including responses that may be misinterpreted as defiance, indifference, or complicity. Compare and contrast effective and ineffective approaches during victim contact to support trust, reduce re-traumatization, and preserve the integrity of the investigation. Strengthen early response practices that increase the likelihood of safe recovery of the missing child, disclosure of their exploitation, and support successful prosecution of the trafficker.
Join this two-part webinar to master the art of building impactful courtroom visuals, including interactive chalks, dynamic exhibits, and multimedia presentations. Learn how to effectively incorporate digital evidence from diverse sources—such as IoT devices, cell phones, computers, and cloud platforms—into your trial strategy. Discover how to support expert testimony with compelling visuals that resonate with judges and juries, both online and in-person, to achieve maximum courtroom impact.
Join this two-part webinar to master the art of building impactful courtroom visuals, including interactive chalks, dynamic exhibits, and multimedia presentations. Learn how to effectively incorporate digital evidence from diverse sources—such as IoT devices, cell phones, computers, and cloud platforms—into your trial strategy. Discover how to support expert testimony with compelling visuals that resonate with judges and juries, both online and in-person, to achieve maximum courtroom impact.
Ring devices are now a common source of digital evidence, but many investigators only access a fraction of the data that may be available. This webinar begins with a brief overview of Ring’s history, device capabilities, and the types of data these systems generate. We’ll cover traditional recovery methods and investigative considerations before diving into the main focus of the course: the Ring Unofficial API. Attendees will learn how the API can be used to identify, access, and collect valuable data, as well as how custom scripts can automate and enhance Ring-related investigations.
During this webinar, we will cover components of a cellular-enabled GPS tracker, commercially available cellular GPS trackers, custom/homebuilt cellular GPS trackers, and the instructor will give a live demonstration of building and operating a cellular-enabled GPS tracker with an Arduino microcontroller.
