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AGENDA JUST ANNOUNCED! National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College (NCJTC) is pleased to announce our partnership with the National White Collar Crime Center (NW3C) in hosting the Internet of Things and Emerging Technologies Investigative Conference. **Learn more about our partnership and the event through this [Press Release!](bit.ly/NW3CNCJTC)** **NEW Webinar opportunity!** NW3C is hosting a Live Webinar on December 5 - Narrowing the IoT Divide: Officer Safety in the Digital Age **Learn more and Register [HERE!](https://www.nw3c.org/UI/CourseDetails.html?courseId=1071)** Join us for an enlightening event where we will bring together hundreds of law enforcement professionals and industry leaders to: * *Explore Emerging Technologies:* Gain insights into the latest advancements in IoT and other technologies that could be useful in your investigations. * *Discover Investigative Methods Specific to Cases Involving Technologies*: Learn about new techniques for analyzing data from connected devices to build stronger cases. * *Navigate the IoT and Technology Landscape*: Understand the legal and technical challenges of working with data from connected devices and how to overcome them. **Conference Training Schedule** Jan 14 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Jan 15 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Jan 16 | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ✔ *Registration deadline is December 9, 2024* Interested in becoming an Exhibitor or Sponsor? Click [HERE](https://ncjtc.fvtc.edu/resources/RS02451798/2025-internet-of-things-and-emerging-technologies-) *Key Topics:* * *Data from Connected Devices:* Understanding the types of data generated by IoT devices and their significance in crime investigations. * *Placing Subjects at Crime Scenes:* Methods for using technology to establish a suspect's presence or absence at a crime scene. * *Timeline Establishment*: How logs from connected devices can help determine the exact time of a crime. * *Corroboration and Impeachment:* Using IoT data to support or discredit statements made by suspects and witnesses. * *Legal Considerations*: Navigating the legal landscape surrounding the use of IoT data and information gathered from different technologies in criminal cases.
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Adam Scott Wandt is a tenured Associate Professor of Public Policy and the Deputy Chair for Technology of the Department of Public Management at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He is a member of the graduate faculty in the Master of Public Administration and the Master of Digital Forensics and Cyber Security programs. Professor Wandt is a practicing Attorney and Counselor-at-Law and is Co-Chair of the New York City Bar Association's committee on Technology, Cyber, and Privacy Law. He has worked on sponsored research for, or in partnership with, the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics, Interpol, and the United Nations, as well as law enforcement and educational institutions from around the world. His primary research interests include technology law and policy, information security, investigative/surveillance technology, OSINT, cryptocurrency, darknet markets, and IoT technology.
Adam Scott Wandt is a tenured Associate Professor of Public Policy and the Deputy Chair for Technology of the Department of Public Management at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He is a member of the graduate faculty in the Master of Public Administration and the Master of Digital Forensics and Cyber Security programs. Professor Wandt is a practicing Attorney and Counselor-at-Law and is Co-Chair of the New York City Bar Association's committee on Technology, Cyber, and Privacy Law. He has worked on sponsored research for, or in partnership with, the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics, Interpol, and the United Nations, as well as law enforcement and educational institutions from around the world. His primary research interests include technology law and policy, information security, investigative/surveillance technology, OSINT, cryptocurrency, darknet markets, and IoT technology.
Amber Schroader is a pioneering force in the field of digital forensics. With over three decades of experience, she has developed innovative software, training programs, and industry best practices. Ms. Schroader’s expertise spans data recovery from various devices, evidence seizure and processing protocols, and the development of holistic forensic methodologies. She is widely recognized for coining the concepts of the “360-degree approach to digital forensics” and “Forensics of Everything.” As a seasoned educator, Ms. Schroader has authored numerous publications and delivered training sessions worldwide. Her dedication to advancing the field is evident through her ongoing contributions to industry conferences and research.
Amber Schroader is a pioneering force in the field of digital forensics. With over three decades of experience, she has developed innovative software, training programs, and industry best practices. Ms. Schroader’s expertise spans data recovery from various devices, evidence seizure and processing protocols, and the development of holistic forensic methodologies. She is widely recognized for coining the concepts of the “360-degree approach to digital forensics” and “Forensics of Everything.” As a seasoned educator, Ms. Schroader has authored numerous publications and delivered training sessions worldwide. Her dedication to advancing the field is evident through her ongoing contributions to industry conferences and research.
Andrew Vallee is Special Agent with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. He is currently a sworn law enforcement officer assigned to the Technical Services Unit and specializes in digital forensics, cellular network analysis, WiFi analysis, and various other technology related disciplines. Specialization in technical investigations, electronic surveillance, and Cellular Analysis Survey Team (CAST). He has worked in law enforcement for 24 years and has been a law enforcement instructor for over 20 years. He is currently appointed to the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE) and is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Science - Digital and Multimedia Section.
Andrew Vallee is Special Agent with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. He is currently a sworn law enforcement officer assigned to the Technical Services Unit and specializes in digital forensics, cellular network analysis, WiFi analysis, and various other technology related disciplines. Specialization in technical investigations, electronic surveillance, and Cellular Analysis Survey Team (CAST). He has worked in law enforcement for 24 years and has been a law enforcement instructor for over 20 years. He is currently appointed to the Scientific Working Group on Digital Evidence (SWGDE) and is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Science - Digital and Multimedia Section.
Avinash Jairam, M.A., MPhil, is a doctoral candidate in Computer Science at the City University of New York’s Graduate Center. His research centers on leveraging behavioral biometrics and machine learning for continuous authentication of mobile users on smartphones. He is a published author, having received the "Outstanding Article of 2022" award from Frontiers in Computer Science. In addition to his research, Avinash teaches both undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Data Mining and Programming for Data Analytics at Baruch College. As the lead software developer at the Center for Cybercrime Studies, he oversees a team of junior programmers in developing databases and applications that support the Center’s mission.
Avinash Jairam, M.A., MPhil, is a doctoral candidate in Computer Science at the City University of New York’s Graduate Center. His research centers on leveraging behavioral biometrics and machine learning for continuous authentication of mobile users on smartphones. He is a published author, having received the "Outstanding Article of 2022" award from Frontiers in Computer Science. In addition to his research, Avinash teaches both undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Data Mining and Programming for Data Analytics at Baruch College. As the lead software developer at the Center for Cybercrime Studies, he oversees a team of junior programmers in developing databases and applications that support the Center’s mission.
Cody Vigil has served with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department since 2009. As a Detective and Digital Forensic Examiner, he has been tasked with processing and examining a multitude of digital devices ranging from mobile phones and computers to video and IoT devices. He has over 2164 hours of police specific training, 636 of which are in areas relevant to conducting examinations on electronic storage devices and associated techniques. Complementing his practical experience, Cody holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Cody Vigil has served with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department since 2009. As a Detective and Digital Forensic Examiner, he has been tasked with processing and examining a multitude of digital devices ranging from mobile phones and computers to video and IoT devices. He has over 2164 hours of police specific training, 636 of which are in areas relevant to conducting examinations on electronic storage devices and associated techniques. Complementing his practical experience, Cody holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
Craig Corkrean is currently the Chief of Police of the Granville Police Department in Granville, Monongalia County, WV, and the owner of Digital Forensic Investigations, LLC. Chief Corkrean started his policing career in 2005 with the West Virginia University Police Department and was hired by the Granville Police Department in 2007. In 2010, he was appointed Chief of Police, and created a digital forensic unit, which, to this day, accepts forensic examination requests from across West Virginia. Chief Corkrean possesses two Master of Science degrees in Digital Forensic Science and Criminal Justice and is a graduate of the 128th Basic Class of the West Virginia State Police Academy and of the 266th Session of the FBI National Academy. Over the past 16 years, Chief Corkrean has attended hundreds of hours of digital forensic training, has examined hundreds of digital devices in criminal and civil investigations, and testified as an expert in state and federal courts.
Craig Corkrean is currently the Chief of Police of the Granville Police Department in Granville, Monongalia County, WV, and the owner of Digital Forensic Investigations, LLC. Chief Corkrean started his policing career in 2005 with the West Virginia University Police Department and was hired by the Granville Police Department in 2007. In 2010, he was appointed Chief of Police, and created a digital forensic unit, which, to this day, accepts forensic examination requests from across West Virginia. Chief Corkrean possesses two Master of Science degrees in Digital Forensic Science and Criminal Justice and is a graduate of the 128th Basic Class of the West Virginia State Police Academy and of the 266th Session of the FBI National Academy. Over the past 16 years, Chief Corkrean has attended hundreds of hours of digital forensic training, has examined hundreds of digital devices in criminal and civil investigations, and testified as an expert in state and federal courts.
David has been a prosecutor for the past seventeen years. In his current position, David supervises the office’s counterterrorism and ghost-gun investigations and prosecutions. David successfully tried the case against Shaikh Abdullah Faisal, a Jamaica-based Islamic extremist, who provided recruitment services to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS); and most recently, the case against Victoria Jacobs, the first terrorism financing and crypto-currency laundering case brought under New York State’s anti-terrorism laws. David has also served in the office’s Rackets Bureau, Sex Crimes Unit, and Trial Division, where among other trials, he successfully tried three long-term Enterprise Corruption and wire-tap cases, including one case charging high-ranking members of the Bonanno Organized Crime Family.
David has been a prosecutor for the past seventeen years. In his current position, David supervises the office’s counterterrorism and ghost-gun investigations and prosecutions. David successfully tried the case against Shaikh Abdullah Faisal, a Jamaica-based Islamic extremist, who provided recruitment services to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS); and most recently, the case against Victoria Jacobs, the first terrorism financing and crypto-currency laundering case brought under New York State’s anti-terrorism laws. David has also served in the office’s Rackets Bureau, Sex Crimes Unit, and Trial Division, where among other trials, he successfully tried three long-term Enterprise Corruption and wire-tap cases, including one case charging high-ranking members of the Bonanno Organized Crime Family.
Dr. Umit Karabiyik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Technology at Purdue University. Prior to his appointment at Purdue, Dr. Karabiyik was an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Sam Houston State University from 2015 to 2018. Dr. Karabiyik received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Florida State University in 2010 and 2015 respectively. His research interests broadly lie in Digital and Cyber Forensics, User and Data Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Computer and Network Security. He is a recipient of federal grant from National Institute of Justice on Targeted Forensic Data Extraction from Mobile Devices. He is an Associate Editor-in-Chief for Journal of Digital Forensics, Security and Law, and technical program committee (TPC) member of high-quality international conferences in Digital Forensics and Security.
Dr. Umit Karabiyik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer and Information Technology at Purdue University. Prior to his appointment at Purdue, Dr. Karabiyik was an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Sam Houston State University from 2015 to 2018. Dr. Karabiyik received his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Florida State University in 2010 and 2015 respectively. His research interests broadly lie in Digital and Cyber Forensics, User and Data Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Computer and Network Security. He is a recipient of federal grant from National Institute of Justice on Targeted Forensic Data Extraction from Mobile Devices. He is an Associate Editor-in-Chief for Journal of Digital Forensics, Security and Law, and technical program committee (TPC) member of high-quality international conferences in Digital Forensics and Security.
Ed O’Carroll began his public service career as an Emergency Medical Technician and Assistant Chief with an ambulance squad in Suffolk County, New York. Relocating to Virginia as a young adult, Ed joined the Fairfax County Police Department on September 11, 1989. He retired as a major/bureau chief in 2023, concluding a distinguished career of nearly 34 years. Throughout his tenure, Major (ret.) O’Carroll held every rank from cadet to major. His final role was as the Bureau Chief of Major Crimes, Cyber, and Forensics, where he led investigations into criminal and violent crimes, managed victim services, search and rescue operations, the crime analyst team, human trafficking cases, missing persons, and the Language Services Support Unit. In retirement, Ed has had the honor of leading numerous training sessions for the National Criminal Justice Training Center. He remains dedicated to advancing the use of technology in law enforcement to tackle unresolved cases.
Ed O’Carroll began his public service career as an Emergency Medical Technician and Assistant Chief with an ambulance squad in Suffolk County, New York. Relocating to Virginia as a young adult, Ed joined the Fairfax County Police Department on September 11, 1989. He retired as a major/bureau chief in 2023, concluding a distinguished career of nearly 34 years. Throughout his tenure, Major (ret.) O’Carroll held every rank from cadet to major. His final role was as the Bureau Chief of Major Crimes, Cyber, and Forensics, where he led investigations into criminal and violent crimes, managed victim services, search and rescue operations, the crime analyst team, human trafficking cases, missing persons, and the Language Services Support Unit. In retirement, Ed has had the honor of leading numerous training sessions for the National Criminal Justice Training Center. He remains dedicated to advancing the use of technology in law enforcement to tackle unresolved cases.
Erik Cowick has been a police officer for 8 years, with the last 3 years being within the investigative unit. He currently is a Detective in the criminal investigative unit in Quincy IL. Erik graduated from Southern Illinois University with a B.S. in Criminal justice. Erik is currently serving in the U.S. Army Reserves as a First Sergeant for a Drill Sergeant unit. During Erik’s law enforcement career, he developed an interest in Digital forensics. Erik’s has used digital evidence to help identify suspects and solve complex cases.
Erik Cowick has been a police officer for 8 years, with the last 3 years being within the investigative unit. He currently is a Detective in the criminal investigative unit in Quincy IL. Erik graduated from Southern Illinois University with a B.S. in Criminal justice. Erik is currently serving in the U.S. Army Reserves as a First Sergeant for a Drill Sergeant unit. During Erik’s law enforcement career, he developed an interest in Digital forensics. Erik’s has used digital evidence to help identify suspects and solve complex cases.
Iden Koxhaj, MS, is a graduate of John Jay College’s Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity program and holds a degree in Telecommunication Engineering. With over two years of IoT research experience, she serves as the Lead Forensic Analyst at John Jay's IoT lab. She also holds the position of Cyber Threat Analyst with NYC's Cyber Command, helping secure the city’s services. For the past two years, she has also co-instructed an IoT capstone course, mentoring students on research projects.
Iden Koxhaj, MS, is a graduate of John Jay College’s Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity program and holds a degree in Telecommunication Engineering. With over two years of IoT research experience, she serves as the Lead Forensic Analyst at John Jay's IoT lab. She also holds the position of Cyber Threat Analyst with NYC's Cyber Command, helping secure the city’s services. For the past two years, she has also co-instructed an IoT capstone course, mentoring students on research projects.
Sergeant Brown has been with the Quincy Police Department for 26 years. During that time, he worked in the Patrol Division, the Street Crimes Unit, the West Central IL Drug Task Force, as well as spending 18 years on the department's Emergency Response Team. Sergeant Brown was promoted 11 years ago, supervising the patrol division for the first 5 years. For the last 6 years, he has been the Detective Sergeant over Juvenile Investigations heading up juvenile physical and sexual abuse investigations, as well as being in charge of the Sex Offender/Murderer Registration Program and the School Resource Officer Program. Lastly, Sergeant Brown has been instrumental in investigating ICAC/Child Pornography and Online Exploitation cases and for a time was one of the only officers working those case within multiple counties on the West side of the state. Sgt Brown has been an affiliate of the IL Attorney General's Office working on ICAC cases for about 5.5 years now.
Sergeant Brown has been with the Quincy Police Department for 26 years. During that time, he worked in the Patrol Division, the Street Crimes Unit, the West Central IL Drug Task Force, as well as spending 18 years on the department's Emergency Response Team. Sergeant Brown was promoted 11 years ago, supervising the patrol division for the first 5 years. For the last 6 years, he has been the Detective Sergeant over Juvenile Investigations heading up juvenile physical and sexual abuse investigations, as well as being in charge of the Sex Offender/Murderer Registration Program and the School Resource Officer Program. Lastly, Sergeant Brown has been instrumental in investigating ICAC/Child Pornography and Online Exploitation cases and for a time was one of the only officers working those case within multiple counties on the West side of the state. Sgt Brown has been an affiliate of the IL Attorney General's Office working on ICAC cases for about 5.5 years now.
Jamie Kreuser received her JD from William Mitchell College of Law in 2008. She served as a felony prosecutor with the Steele County Attorney's Office until 2011. She worked as an associate with a private Minneapolis firm from 2011 to 2015 handling defense cases, federal and state public defender conflicts cases and managing municipal prosecution contracts. She has served as an Assistant Washington County Attorney since 2015, handling adult felony, juvenile prosecution and child protection caseloads.
Jamie Kreuser received her JD from William Mitchell College of Law in 2008. She served as a felony prosecutor with the Steele County Attorney's Office until 2011. She worked as an associate with a private Minneapolis firm from 2011 to 2015 handling defense cases, federal and state public defender conflicts cases and managing municipal prosecution contracts. She has served as an Assistant Washington County Attorney since 2015, handling adult felony, juvenile prosecution and child protection caseloads.
Law Enforcement Officer and Detective for 28 years. Detective Walford is a Collision Reconstructionist.
Law Enforcement Officer and Detective for 28 years. Detective Walford is a Collision Reconstructionist.
Julie Kindle is a law enforcement analyst with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and a Task Force Officer with the United States Department of Homeland Security. Julie is assigned to the Sexual Assault Unit, a unit that she led the construction of with input and feedback from her close team. This team investigates cold case sexual assaults and focuses on obtaining justice for sexual assault victims of all ages. Julie spent 14 years dedicated to working child sexual exploitation cases; receiving, working, and disseminating the state’s CyberTips; and coordinating the Oklahoma Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Julie provides investigative support, expertise, and instruction to law enforcement members across the nation, and educates the community on the prevention and proliferation of child sexual abuse, sexual assault, and technology-facilitated exploitation. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Oklahoma.
Julie Kindle is a law enforcement analyst with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation and a Task Force Officer with the United States Department of Homeland Security. Julie is assigned to the Sexual Assault Unit, a unit that she led the construction of with input and feedback from her close team. This team investigates cold case sexual assaults and focuses on obtaining justice for sexual assault victims of all ages. Julie spent 14 years dedicated to working child sexual exploitation cases; receiving, working, and disseminating the state’s CyberTips; and coordinating the Oklahoma Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Julie provides investigative support, expertise, and instruction to law enforcement members across the nation, and educates the community on the prevention and proliferation of child sexual abuse, sexual assault, and technology-facilitated exploitation. She holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice from the University of Oklahoma.
Kipp Loving retired after 31 years of law enforcement for three California agencies. He also worked as a Criminal Investigator for the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office. He has held many assignments, including Detectives, Auto Theft, SWAT, Impact Weapons Instructor and the Training Manager position for the Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force. For the last twelve years of his career, Detective Loving was deputized as a U.S. Marshal and assigned to the FBI Cyber Crime ICAC Task Force & Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force, assisting agents with crimes related to the abuse of children. He has worked and assisted in a number of high-profile cases involving technology. Among the most notable was the murder of California Highway Patrol Officer Earl H. Scott and the murder of Lacy Peterson and her unborn son, Conner.
Kipp Loving retired after 31 years of law enforcement for three California agencies. He also worked as a Criminal Investigator for the Stanislaus County District Attorney’s Office. He has held many assignments, including Detectives, Auto Theft, SWAT, Impact Weapons Instructor and the Training Manager position for the Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force. For the last twelve years of his career, Detective Loving was deputized as a U.S. Marshal and assigned to the FBI Cyber Crime ICAC Task Force & Sacramento Valley Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force, assisting agents with crimes related to the abuse of children. He has worked and assisted in a number of high-profile cases involving technology. Among the most notable was the murder of California Highway Patrol Officer Earl H. Scott and the murder of Lacy Peterson and her unborn son, Conner.
Michael Kalmbach is a Deputy Administrator for Fox Valley Technical College. He oversees and supports many of the technologies related to the delivery of training, technical assistance, and tools in the Internet Crimes Against Children Program. This includes support for the ICAC web site, the affiliate database, the ICAC List Servs, and ICACCOPS. This also includes overseeing the computer labs used to support online virtual training such as the National ICAC conference, webinars, and virtual lab training. Michael helps to coordinate and promote the use of Project Vic - US with ICAC Task Force users. He retired as a Captain after 26 years with the Massachusetts State Police.
Michael Kalmbach is a Deputy Administrator for Fox Valley Technical College. He oversees and supports many of the technologies related to the delivery of training, technical assistance, and tools in the Internet Crimes Against Children Program. This includes support for the ICAC web site, the affiliate database, the ICAC List Servs, and ICACCOPS. This also includes overseeing the computer labs used to support online virtual training such as the National ICAC conference, webinars, and virtual lab training. Michael helps to coordinate and promote the use of Project Vic - US with ICAC Task Force users. He retired as a Captain after 26 years with the Massachusetts State Police.
Randy McAlister spent 34 years in the emergency services as an EMT, Nationally Registered paramedic, and a police officer. He retired from the Cottage Grove Police Department (MN) in 2024 as Deputy Director of Public Safety/Police Captain in charge of Investigations. He also served for 14 years on the Washington County SWAT team. Randy holds an M.A. from Concordia University (St. Paul, MN) in Criminal Justice Leadership and a B.A. from Bethel University (St. Paul, MN). He has attended Gavin de Becker and Associates’ Advanced Threat Assessment and Management Academy in Lake Arrowhead, California and is also a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. In 2015, Randy became one of the first 24 people in the country to become a Certified Threat Manager™ through the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals and served as a JTTF Task Force Officer with the FBI’s Minneapolis field office working on the Threat Assessment and Threat Management (TATM) Initiative.
Randy McAlister spent 34 years in the emergency services as an EMT, Nationally Registered paramedic, and a police officer. He retired from the Cottage Grove Police Department (MN) in 2024 as Deputy Director of Public Safety/Police Captain in charge of Investigations. He also served for 14 years on the Washington County SWAT team. Randy holds an M.A. from Concordia University (St. Paul, MN) in Criminal Justice Leadership and a B.A. from Bethel University (St. Paul, MN). He has attended Gavin de Becker and Associates’ Advanced Threat Assessment and Management Academy in Lake Arrowhead, California and is also a member of the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals. In 2015, Randy became one of the first 24 people in the country to become a Certified Threat Manager™ through the Association of Threat Assessment Professionals and served as a JTTF Task Force Officer with the FBI’s Minneapolis field office working on the Threat Assessment and Threat Management (TATM) Initiative.
Scott Bassett is a Criminal Specialist with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation/Computer Crimes Unit. He has been in law enforcement since 1998 while during his employment has earned a B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Computer Forensics from Strayer University. His primary responsibility is assisting with the NC Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce and plays a dual role as an investigator and a digital forensics examiner. During his career he has developed various skill sets in the disciplines that deal with computers, mobile devices and vehicle forensics.
Scott Bassett is a Criminal Specialist with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation/Computer Crimes Unit. He has been in law enforcement since 1998 while during his employment has earned a B.S. in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Computer Forensics from Strayer University. His primary responsibility is assisting with the NC Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce and plays a dual role as an investigator and a digital forensics examiner. During his career he has developed various skill sets in the disciplines that deal with computers, mobile devices and vehicle forensics.
Steve DeBrota is a Vice President and Chief Counsel at the National White Collar Crime Center. Steve was a federal prosecutor for 30 years, most recently the Deputy Chief of the Major Fraud, Public Integrity, and Child Exploitation Unit, having been the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator and the Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property Coordinator. He prosecuted violent crimes, complex fraud, high tech crimes, crimes against children, human trafficking, and many other offenses. He won 30+ federal jury trials and had a 100% conviction rate in 500+ sex crime cases. He is an expert in the investigation and prosecution of crimes using digital evidence from cell phones, computers, IoT devices, vehicles, and cloud data, having trained 35,000+ persons, nationally and internationally. He received the DOJ Director's Award, the AAG's Award for Distinguished Service, and the Prosecutor of the Year Award from the Indiana Anti-Sexual Violence Movement. He also teaches at Indiana University.
Steve DeBrota is a Vice President and Chief Counsel at the National White Collar Crime Center. Steve was a federal prosecutor for 30 years, most recently the Deputy Chief of the Major Fraud, Public Integrity, and Child Exploitation Unit, having been the Project Safe Childhood Coordinator and the Computer Hacking and Intellectual Property Coordinator. He prosecuted violent crimes, complex fraud, high tech crimes, crimes against children, human trafficking, and many other offenses. He won 30+ federal jury trials and had a 100% conviction rate in 500+ sex crime cases. He is an expert in the investigation and prosecution of crimes using digital evidence from cell phones, computers, IoT devices, vehicles, and cloud data, having trained 35,000+ persons, nationally and internationally. He received the DOJ Director's Award, the AAG's Award for Distinguished Service, and the Prosecutor of the Year Award from the Indiana Anti-Sexual Violence Movement. He also teaches at Indiana University.
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