Law Enforcement

    Exploring School Safety Strategies New England Regional Training

    Hosted by the Fairfield Police Department and Sacred Heart University, the Exploring School Safety Strategies Training is a free, three-day course designed for those who work in law enforcement, school education and administration, non-profits and youth serving organizations, and those who are interested in the safety and security of our nation's schools. It provides a comprehensive approach to enhancing school safety and security.

    SPI Webinar - Less Lethal Technologies in Law Enforcement

    On August 26th, 2015 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. ET, the Smart Policing Initiative (SPI) will present a webinar titled “Less Lethal Technologies for Law Enforcement.” This webinar will be presented by Mr. Charles Stephenson, SPI Subject Matter Expert. This webinar will describe devices/weapons classified as less-than-lethal used by law enforcement departments. Mr. Stephenson will provide a brief introduction to less lethal technologies along with notes on the effectiveness of several devices in use today.

    BJA and IACP Release a New Resource for Law Enforcement Officers – Health Watch: Checking in For Duty

    August 03, 2015

    The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) in coordination with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) recently released a resource for law enforcement officers titled, “Health Watch: Checking In For Duty.” The resource is a physician’s checklist to help law enforcement officers be their own health advocate.

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    Visit BJA NTTAC at the National Forum on Criminal Justice in Atlanta, GA

    July 30, 2015

    Attending the National Forum on Criminal Justice? The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) invites you to visit our booth (#15) during the following exhibit hall hours to learn about the free justice-related training and technical assistance we offer to make your community safer:

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    National Forum on Criminal Justice (Aug 2015)

    Sponsored by the National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA), the Justice Research and Statistics Association (JRSA) and the IJIS Institute (IJIS), the National Forum showcases programs, research and technologies that help justice practitioners and decision makers in states, local communities and tribal nations address pressing public safety issues.

    Join the IACP Webinar – Preparing to Launch: Q&A on Implementing Parental Arrest Policies to Safeguard Children

    July 27, 2015

    Please join the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) and the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) on Thursday, July 30, 2015 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. ET for the webinar, “Preparing to Launch: Q&A on Implementing Parental Arrest Policies to Safeguard Children.” During the webinar, panelists will share their experiences in developing and implementing a parental arrest policy in a mid-sized police department.

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    Join the National Center for Victims of Crime Webinar – Responding to the Misuse and Abuse of Social Media in Criminal Cases

    July 23, 2015

    Please join the National Center for Victims of Crime webinar, “Responding to the Misuse and Abuse of Social Media in Criminal Cases.” The webinar will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. ET, and will review a variety of social media platforms, how law enforcement and other criminal justice professionals can document and obtain evidence in cases involving social media, and considerations for victim safety.

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    Responding to the Misuse and Abuse of Social Media in Criminal Cases

    Research has shown that the majority of people, youth and adults, engage with some type of social media. While social media has many positive uses, it can also be misused and abused by criminals in many crimes, particularly in cases of stalking and dating/domestic violence.

    IACP Webinar - Preparing to Launch: Q & A on Implementing Parental Arrest Policies to Safeguard Children

    What is law enforcement’s role in minimizing trauma to children at the time and following parental arrest? What should police executives consider when developing and implementing a policy to safeguard children of arrested parents?

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