Courthouses serve as vital centers of government and community life, making them frequent targets for both calculated and impulsive acts of violence. Unfortunately, despite these clear risks, court security is often overlooked. This course is designed to counter such threats by enhancing staff readiness, learning to conduct thorough physical security assessments, rigorously enforcing safety protocols, and establishing specialized protective security teams. Crafted for both newcomers to court law enforcement and seasoned professionals looking to sharpen and extend their skill sets, the program offers flexible security strategies that can be adapted for a wide range of judicial settings—from municipal and tribal courts to more formal state-level systems.
