Training Delivery - Webinar

    OJJDP NTTAC Webinar - Legal Challenges to Medical Testimony

    Medical testimony at trial can be impacted in many ways. Pretrial motions and challenges at trial can shape and potentially narrow the scope of the intended testimony. This session will cover those legal issues, discussing common pretrial motions including Daubert, Frye and hearsay challenges. The speakers will review the components of a variety of motions and identify the ways in which forensic nurses and other medical professionals can discuss their professional roles and responsibilities so as to not inadvertently limit their capacity to testify at trial.

    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?

    Ethics and Social Media: What Happens When I Post That?

    This presentation describes the role of social networking sites in today’s culture and their prevalence in the lives of both adults and children. The unique responsibilities of those in the medical, legal, law enforcement, victim services and advocacy fields are described to highlight common pitfalls of social media use by professionals. The audience sees examples pulled from various media sites that could cause ethical issues. Hypotheticals are given to encourage audience participation and interaction in determining whether social media use crosses an ethical boundary.

    NCJA Webinar - Juvenile Etiology and Typologies

    This webinar will address two topics: the etiology of sexual offending by juveniles and typologies for juveniles who have committed sexual offenses. The etiological research that will be reviewed in this webinar addresses the causes or origins of juvenile sexual offending, and the pathways related to the development, onset, and maintenance of sexually abusive behavior in this population.

    Local Overdose Fatality Review Teams

    Case review provides an interesting lens through which to better understand causes of death and unique trends, and to determine innovative ways to prevent future similar deaths. To address a heightening overdose crisis, Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene led efforts to apply the process of case review to drug and alcohol overdose deaths through the formation of multidisciplinary teams coordinated by local health departments. The webinar will focus on the origin of the program, implementation process, and notable outcomes.

    Balancing Collaboration, Confidentiality and Privilege on Human Trafficking Cases - Webinar 2

    The prevalence of human trafficking across the country is widespread—spanning small, rural jurisdictions to sprawling cities—and affects both domestic and foreign-born children and adults. Because of the coercive and violent nature of human trafficking, it is common for victims to experience overlapping forms of victimization, particularly domestic violence and sexual assault. Yet, many survivors are unrecognized, criminalized, or do not receive adequate services to address their complex needs.

    IACP Webinar on Developing a Policy to Protect Children of Arrested Parents

    Does your agency have a policy to safeguard children at the time, and following, parental arrest? Do you want to learn more about this issue and determine if your agency should consider developing a policy?

    Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, and Sexual Assault: Strategies to Strengthen Community Collaboration to Respond to Survivors' Needs - Webinar 1

    The prevalence of human trafficking across the country is widespread—spanning small, rural jurisdictions to sprawling cities—and affects both domestic and foreign-born children and adults. Because of the coercive and violent nature of human trafficking, it is common for victims to experience overlapping forms of victimization, particularly domestic violence and sexual assault. Yet, many survivors are unrecognized, criminalized, or do not receive adequate services to address their complex needs.

    Evidence Based Policymaking: Lessons from the Field

    Over the last decade, justice and human service agencies have been under growing pressure to demonstrate that interventions and programs are not only effective but provide a solid return on investment.  With a mounting body of science that shows which interventions work; decision makers are increasingly focused on how to best integrate this knowledge into program interventions, management strategies and funding decisions.  

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