BJA; webinar

    Aerial Data: Introduction to Drone Investigations (Webinar)

    With applications from aerial photography to racing to delivery services, drones are becoming more and more popular in both commercial and recreational spaces. Criminal use of drones is also increasing, and drone forensics is quickly becoming an important subfield of digital forensics. This presentation introduces the history of drones and the ways they are commonly used, both legitimately and in relation to a crime, and focuses on the ways law enforcement can gather and analyze evidence involving drones.

    Introduction to FinCEN

    This webinar is intended for LAW ENFORCEMENT personnel: those who are directly attached to or work in support of a law enforcement agency. Please register using your agency-issued email.

    This webinar is intended as a Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) overview. It will include information on products and services, Bank Secrecy Act records and information, and how FinCEN is used in investigations.

    Presented by: James Emery, FinCEN.

    Virtual Currency Investigations: Fear Not the Blockchains

    Blockchain technology is not only a disruptive new payment rail, but also is the next phase in the evolution of the Internet. This new technology presents unique investigative challenges for law enforcement and regulatory agencies of all sizes. This fast-paced class assumes that attendees have no prior knowledge of blockchain technology, but seek to gain a foundational understanding of it.

    Getting the Most Out of Crime Analysis

    Across the nation, an increasing number of police agencies and sheriff’s offices are recognizing the value of crime analysis and hiring or appointing analysts within their agencies. This is an excellent trend. Unfortunately, little literature and training exists to help administrators and executives with best practices in the management and use of crime analysis. In some agencies, crime analysts are hired and then set adrift, forced to define their own roles and integrate their own products within the operational divisions of the agency.

    Top Ten Federal Grant Opportunities Your Agency and Partners Should Consider (Mar 2015)

    There are millions of dollars in federal grants available to address common challenges facing law enforcement agencies and their criminal justice and human services partners. This webinar is designed to help your agency identify funding opportunities that are currently available. The discussion will primarily be focused on grants available through the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Join this webinar to ensure that you do not miss out on important opportunities for your community.

    Join BJA’s Webinar – The Importance of Privacy and Social Media Policies in Law Enforcement

    January 29, 2015

    Please join the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) webinar, “The Importance of Privacy and Social Media Policies in Law Enforcement,” on Friday, January 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST.

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    Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Privacy Webinar—The Importance of Privacy and Social Media Policies in Law Enforcement

    On January 30, 2015, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon, EST, BJA will host “The Importance of Privacy and Social Media Policies in Law Enforcement” Webinar.  BJA recognizes that privacy is a core value of society—a right that is protected by federal and state constitutions and expected by citizens. BJA, through the U.S. Department of Justice, encourages law enforcement agencies to vigorously protect information privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties.