LEORTC - Law Enforcement Officers Regional Training Commission

Trace Evidence Collection - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-04-17 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This course will provide participants with an understanding of how the collection of trace evidence at crime scenes; to include autopsies and vehicle processing, on a routine basis can aid in successful criminal investigations. Trace evidence becomes particularly valuable in cases where latent prints and DNA fail to provide an identification of a suspect. Emphasis will be placed on the proper techniques for collection and packaging of trace evidence. Case studies will be presented and hands-on collection methods will be practiced.
Topics Include:

Locard’s Exchange Theory
Fiber Transfer
Paint Transfer
Physical Match
Glass
Fire Debris
Miscellaneous/Unknown
Footwear (as time permits)

Instructor: Jennifer Dillon is a Forensic Scientist assigned to the Michigan State Police- Trace Evidence Unit in Northville, Michigan. She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forensic Criminalistics and toxicology from the John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York, NY. She has also completed additional course work in Molecular Biology.
Class Size limited to 25
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Member – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed – $45.00 p/p
Non-Member – $95.00 p/p
REGISTRATION FORM
“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Residential Crime Prevention - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-04-08 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This program is part of the Crime Prevention Specialist Series. Each program in the series is a standalone seminar. Participants that complete all seminars in the series will be granted a Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
One of the best crime prevention initiatives for reducing crime, the perception of crime, and improving the overall quality of life in a community is the development of partnerships between law abiding citizens and their police department. Participants in this one day seminar will learn about proven residential safety programs and how to implement them, basic crime prevention strategies, residential security issues, and the tools necessary to return to their communities and make an immediate impact.
Instructor: Chris Fredenburg is with the Saginaw Township Police Department. He is an Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist and an accomplished practitioner of the (CPTED) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design discipline. “Crime prevention works, so use it.”
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, Michigan 48507
Cost: LEORTC Member: Prepaid
LEORTC Non- Licensed: $30.00
Non-Members: $65.00
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Local Agency Security Officers (LASO) Training - THIS CLASS IS FULL - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-04-07 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
THIS COURSE IS FULL – THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This course is for Local Agency Security Officers (LASO), involved in monitoring/maintaining systems that contain criminal justice information.
PLEASE NOTE: This course is for criminal justice agencies and support services to criminal justice agencies. It is not an appropriate course for Health & Human Services LASOs, K-12 Education LASOs, or LASOs of other noncriminal justice agencies.
The trainee will gain knowledge and skills needed to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) CJIS Security Policy and the Michigan Addendum and have the ability to act as their agency’s security point of contact with the Michigan State Police (MSP). They will become versed in the information technology security audit, as well as the most commonly found non-compliant areas.
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint MI 48507
Cost: There is no cost for this training
Registration: You must register online with MI-TRAIN, https://www.train.org/mi-train/course/1088478/live_event

Games Inmates Play & Correctional Influence - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED - MOVED TO JUNE 15, 2020
2020-04-01 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED – MOVED TO JUNE 15, 2020
Inmate Manipulation and the influence correctional officer have over inmates is intertwined as part of our everyday operations. Inmate Manipulation can be the most dangerous part of a correctional officer’s career. Inmates have nothing to lose by luring an officer into their tangled web of games. This one mistake can ruin an officer career as well as put the entire facility at risk for officer assaults, escapes and inmate deaths. Couple inmate manipulation with how a Correctional Officers manage the inmate within their span of control and our correctional facilities can be a time bomb waiting to explode. By using Influential skills to help guide how we interact with inmates it is certain garner a safe and secure facility.
This class will explore some of the tactics used by the inmates we deal with day in and day out and educate or even refresh officers in the dangers of falling victim to the inmate’s game of manipulation. It will also allow correctional officers to explore new a management styles known as Correctional Influence. The management style will help officers shift away from totalitarian environment to positive influential environment.
Instructor: Todd Gilchrist, is a 24 year veteran of the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. Over his career with the Sheriff’s Office Todd has worked as a Corrections Deputy and Sergeant. For 7 years Todd managed the Sheriff’s Offices Court Services and Transport Division and is now supervising Correctional Operations. From 2014-2017, during the build of a new jail facility; Todd also served as an Interim Jail Administrator. He began his career in public safety education in 1993 as an EMS Instructor Coordinator and in the early 2000’s as a Law Enforcement Instructor. Todd is an adjunct Instructor at West Shore Community College and Lake Michigan College. He has also presented multiple topics at the American Jail Association’s national conferences.
Todd serves on the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council Advisory Committee. He is also an Instructor for the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council at the Academy level and for in-service training throughout Michigan.
Date and time: April 1, 2020 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: MCOLES certified members: free Non-certified members: $50.00 per person
All others: $75.00 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Speed Measurement Devices - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-31 08:00 - 2020-04-01 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
DAYS ONE AND TWO – THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This class is the required training for officers who have not been certified in Speed Measurement Devices. Additionally, it is highly recommended for those that, as a matter of agency assignment, have not operated a RADAR unit for the past year or more. If any personnel only need the LIDAR portion of the training, they can register separately for the class which is the first four hours of day 2.
Participants will need to bring a department vehicle equipped with a RADAR unit and/or LIDAR. Upon completion participants in the 3 day training will be certified in the operation of both RADAR units and LIDAR which is valid for five (5) years.
Instructor: Jon Strom, MCOLES Approved Radar/Lidar instructor.
Day one and two will have classroom work with patrol units for day two equipped with speed measuring devices. Day three is on April 28, 2020, same time and will consist of review, practical exercises, and testing.
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48507.
Class Size: Limited to 15
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
Non-Member Agencies – $125.00 p/p
“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”
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Courtroom Testimony for Police Officers - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-26 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This 1 day, dynamic, interactive training will prepare police officers to not only survive, but thrive in the courtroom, even from a barrage of cross exam questions from the toughest of defense attorneys. Participants in this class will learn all the tricks of the defense attorney trade, how to overcome them, and become the most effective, persuasive, and important player in the courtroom.
Reviews of this class have been overwhelmingly positive. It is an exceptionally positive experience, taught by an instructor with 30 years of courtroom experience. It is fun, practical, and exceedingly helpful. Learn all the things you were never taught in the police academy about winning convictions and making them stick! You will participate in mock trials, watch videos of other officer’s testimony, and learn how to do it right! If you’ve ever had a bad courtroom experience, are new, or simply need to gain some confidence, take this course!
This is a full 1 day course, consisting of 3 parts. The first part consists of a mock trial, where participants review police reports and actually testify in both direct and cross exam. Attendees will alternate between playing the roles of witness, juror, and audience. Everyone will participate throughout the morning, and opportunities for frequent feedback will be given. Cross exam will be challenging and demonstrate the most common defense techniques utilized to “trap” police officers and make them look bad. Experience has shown that this part of the course, utilizing audience participation and feedback, is most appreciated and fun. The second part consists of a lecture identifying all important aspects of effective police officer testimony, identifying both the key factors to focus on, as well as what to avoid. Topics include:
*Better Report writing *Preparation
*Courtroom demeanor, body language and other intangibles *Anticipating the cross exam
*Avoiding common defense traps *Persuasion techniques
*Common problems and areas for police officer testimony *Projecting confidence
*Examples from real trials and real police reports
Part three is a compilation of videos from actual trials. Attendees can see the techniques discussed throughout the day exhibited in real, live trial testimony from other police officers. The videos demonstrate and reinforce the principles that have been discussed throughout the day in an authentic setting, and bring it all home.
Instructor: Stuart L. Fenton, Former Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Emmet County Prosecutor’s Office
Date/Time: Thursday, March 26, 2020, 8:30am-4:30pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Personnel – Prepaid All others $95 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Michigan Autism Safety Training (MAST) - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-25 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
An Autism Alliance of Michigan Safety Initiative
This course is designed to teach officers how to identify characteristics of persons with autism and effective approaches to interacting with individuals with autism. Participants will also receive information on available local and state resources to help the person with autism and their family / care provider.
Law enforcement and public safety personnel attending this training will:

Expand their knowledge of autism and related behaviors.
Increase their recognition skills of persons with autism.
Acquire information and tips on how to safely and effectively interact with individuals with autism and their family / care provider.
Learn about community outreach strategies that will increase support and safety of those with autism.

Instructor: Joel Maatman is the Autism Safety Specialist/Trainer for the Autism Alliance of Michigan. Mr. Maatman has over 40 years of law enforcement experience. He is a retired Lieutenant from the Lansing Police Department and also retired from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office as a Major. Mr. Maatman has been an Autism Safety Trainer since 2017 and a big supporter of Autism Training for Law Enforcement since 2011.
MAST is endorsed by the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police and the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association
There are two (2) sessions on this date, 9am – 12pm or 4pm – 7pm.
Cost: Certified members – no cost, Non-certified members $25 p/p, All others $35 p/p
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Introduction to Latent Fingerprinting - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-24 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Burton Police Department, 4090 Manor Drive, Burton, MI, 48519, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This 8-hour seminar is a combination of instructor presentation and instructor supervised practical exercises to provide students with the ability to successfully develop and preserve latent fingerprints using the basic brush and powder method. Topics covered in this course include:
The History of Fingerprints Terms & Definition
Skin Structure & Latent Prints Types of Latent Prints
Basic Fingerprint Patterns Fingerprint Details Used for Identification
Types of Powders and Brushes Brush & Powder Development Techniques
Practical Exercises Introduction to AFIS
Advanced Development Techniques (magnetic powders, small particle reagents, superglue, ninhydrin)
Class Size: Limited to 15
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid All Others – $60.00 p/p
Instructor: Ken Binder is a Specialist Sergeant Latent Print Unit Michigan State Police Forensic Science Division Bridgeport Laboratory. He has testified as an expert witness in many court cases tying individuals to their crimes through latent fingerprints left at the scene.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Basic Bloodstain Pattern Analysis - Recognition & Documentation - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-20 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
This course will provide an introduction to bloodstain pattern recognition and documentation. The investigator will leave this course with an understanding of how bloodstain pattern analysis can be used in crime scene reconstruction. An emphasis will be placed on recognizing patterns and documenting them properly through photography to ensure proper analysis through photographs at a later date. Recognizing when a qualified bloodstain analyst should be consulted will be discussed. This is NOT an all-inclusive pattern course and does not satisfy the requirement of a basic course, which requires 40 hours of training. Participants should bring their crime scene photography equipment to the class.
Topics Include:
Intro to Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (lecture)
Bloodstain Pattern Recognition (exercise)
Case Study
Notes & Photography (lecture)
Documenting Bloodstain Patterns (lecture)
Bloodstain Pattern Documentation (exercise)
Instructor: Jennifer Dillon is a forensic scientist with the Michigan State Police. She currently works in the Biology Unit, has previous experience in the Trace Evidence Unit, and actively participates in crime scene processing including bloodstain pattern analysis. She is a member of the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists where she served as the Crime Scene Section Coordinator from 2008-2012, American Academy of Forensic Sciences, International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts, and the American Society of Trace Evidence Examiners.
Class Size: Limited to 25
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $45 p/p
All Others – $95 p/p
Location: Grand Blanc Township Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48507
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Report Writing for Corrections - THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
2020-03-18 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Mott College – Northern Tier, 4082 W. Vienna Road, Clio, MI, 48420, United States
THIS CLASS IS CANCELED
The purpose of this course is to provide participants with a practical understanding of the importance of report writing in corrections. Those attending will gain useful techniques to write complete, clear, concise and accurate reports.

Define what a report is
Understand (3) reasons for a well written report
Identify various types of corrections reports
Corrections officers’ responsibility in writing reports
Importance of accuracy in report writing

Instructor: Sgt. Timothy McGuckin is a 13 year veteran with the Lapeer County Sheriff’s Office. He has been an instructor with the LEORTC and LERTA academies for over 10 years as well as an adjunct professor for Kirtland Community College. Sgt. McGuckin is a firearms, chemical aerosol and master Taser Instructor. He is a member of the Lapeer County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team as a Hostage/Crisis Negotiator and Sheriff’s office underwater recovery dive team. Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $35 p/p Non-Member Agencies – $60 p/p Click HERE to Register “This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Excited Delirium
2020-03-12 12:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Mott College – Regional Technology Center, 1401 E. Court St., Flint, Michigan, 48503
This fast moving presentation will explore the myths and realities concerning Excited Delirium as a Unique Syndrome. Presentation will include case study review, video presentation, and legal review. The goals of this seminar are to reduce in-custody deaths by training officers in dealing with an individual with Excited Delirium and to keep officers safe. Issues to be explored include:

The History of Sudden Death
Sudden In-Custody Death and Excited Delirium
Four Phases of Excited Delirium
Medical Emergency vs. Criminal Act
Use of Force Considerations
Case Studies and Legal Review

Location: Mott Community College – Regional Tech Center, 1401 E. Court Street, Flint MI 48503
Class Size: Limited to 40
Cost:
LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $30.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $50.00 p/p
Instructor:
William Gutzwiller (Retired) Public Safety Director of Essexville, FBINA 206th Session, retired from Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

CopShock
2020-03-10 08:30 - 2020-03-11 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This two-day class was developed to address officer responses to Critical Incidents or “Toxic” experiences that have the potential to emotionally cripple officers and to address the “corrosive” or cumulative effects of the job that assault officers every day.

The law enforcement community rewards traits such as physical toughness, independence, emotional restriction, and the ability to react in the face of traumatic events. However, it is unquestionable that police officers and support personnel face specific psychological distress on the job as a result of exposure to toxic and corrosive situations. As a result, many officers suffer from high rates of depression, anxiety, stress, anger management problems, and relationship difficulties. At times, the level of critical incident stress and occupational stress leads to: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depression, Substance Abuse, Alcoholism, and at worst, Suicide. However, by studying and understanding potential emotional and physical reactions to critical incidents and everyday organizational stressors, officers can develop the personal and social resilience to truly survive and grow in the law enforcement professional and their personal lives.
*******Dr. Gardner’s classes have continually received exceptional evaluations.
Instructor: LaMaurice H. Gardner, Psy.D, Police Psychologist
Class Size: Limited to 40
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $75.00
Non-Member Agencies – $125.00
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Crime Prevention Initiatives for Business
2020-03-04 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
This program is part of the Crime Prevention Specialist Series. Each program in the series is a standalone seminar. Participants that complete all seminars in the series will be granted a Crime Prevention Specialist Certificate.
About this Seminar
One of the best crime prevention initiatives for reducing crime, the perception of crime, and improving the overall quality of life in a community, is the development of partnerships between law-abiding citizens and their police department.

Participants in this one-day seminar will learn how to work with businesses to address:

Crime prevention partnerships with local business owners and managers.
Prevention initiatives to deal with shoplifting, identity theft, frauds, employee theft and vandalism.
Workplace violence due to robbery, domestic violence, or random violence through proactive policies & employee training.
Security issues and security surveys using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

Participants will receive the tools necessary to return to their respective communities and make an immediate impact with their business community.
Instructor: Chris Fredenburg of the Saginaw Township Police Department. He is an Advanced Crime Prevention Specialist and an accomplished practitioner of the (CPTED) Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design discipline. “Crime prevention works, so use it.”
Class Size: Limited to 40
Cost: LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $30.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $65.00 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

SFST Refresher
2020-02-27 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
STANDARD FIELD SOBRIETY (SFST) TESTING REFRESHER
Standards require that officers are re-certified in SFST every four years if they wish to participate in Grant Funded Alcohol Enforcement Programs.
This 4-hour class is mandatory for those that have been trained in SFST prior to 2011 if they wish to keep their SFST certification and eligibility to participate in OHSP funded alcohol enforcement grants. The class is designed to update and verify an officer’s ability to comply with the proper administration and documentation of field sobriety testing.
Instructor: William Renye of the Grand Blanc Township Police Department.

Limited Seating: There are only 16 seats available for this training.
Cost: No Cost for MCOLES Licensed Officers
To Register: Participants need to register for this class on MI-Train at https://mi.train.org/DesktopShell.aspx?tabId=18
MI-Train Course Number: 1049109

Excited Delirium
2020-02-26 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This fast moving presentation will explore the myths and realities concerning Excited Delirium as a Unique Syndrome. Presentation will include case study review, video presentation, and legal review. The goals of this seminar are to reduce in-custody deaths by training officers in dealing with an individual with Excited Delirium and to keep officers safe. Issues to be explored include:

The History of Sudden Death
Sudden In-Custody Death and Excited Delirium
Four Phases of Excited Delirium
Medical Emergency vs. Criminal Act
Use of Force Considerations
Case Studies and Legal Review

Location: Mott Community College – Northern Tier, 4082 W. Vienna Rd., Clio, MI 48420
Class Size: Limited to 40
Cost:
LEORTC Member Licensed Officers – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $30.00 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $50.00 p/p
Instructor:
William Gutzwiller (Retired) Public Safety Director of Essexville, FBINA 206th Session, retired from Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office.
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
2020-02-20 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
Participants will be provided instruction on the requirements of the Michigan Freedom of Information Act as they pertain to governmental agencies in general, with emphasis on the provisions in the Act specifically relevant to law enforcement agencies.
The course will review the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and include a discussion of the December 2018 amendments to the Act.
Topics Include:

The Legislative intent regarding the Michigan Freedom of Information Act
Procedures under the Act for processing, approving, and denying requests for information
Appeal procedures available for denied requests
Liability under the Act for improperly denied requests for information
Information exempt from release under the Act
A review of court cases regarding the Act

Instructor: Lori M. Hinkley, MSP FOIA Coordinator, Office of Professional Development, Records Resource Section.
Date: Thursday, February 20, 2020, 8:30am – 4:30pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: This class is free
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Digital Technology in Criminal Investigations
2020-02-18 08:30 - 2020-02-19 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
As technology continues to become such a prevalent part of our daily lives, it is also becoming an integral part of criminal investigations. Current estimates show that there are more cellular devices in the world that there are people. In addition, with the inception of social media and subsequent massive expansion of its use, law enforcement is beginning to utilize these platforms to enhance their investigative capabilities.
The purpose of this two-day class is to familiarize law enforcement and prosecutors, with techniques, devices and programs that can be utilized to extract digital data for criminal investigations. Additionally, what can be done in a “forensic examination” and what are the legal constraints when dealing with digital evidence.
Instructor: Joseph Burns of the Clinton Township Police Department. Joseph is a CTF / SVCE / Oxygen, CCO / CCPA forensic cell phone examiner. He has been trained by the FBI digital video recovery team in the recovery and preservation of digital video through various methods including networking. He has extensive training in multiple methods for computer crime investigation.
Date/Times: February 18-19, 2020, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Free
All Others – $175 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

It's Not Just Images: An Introduction to Investigation of Online File Sharing of Child Sexually Abusive Material
2020-02-13 08:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This one day course is designed to provide a foundation for the understanding of how Peer to Peer networks operate and how file sharing of Child Sexually Abusive Material occurs.
This course will cover:

How file sharing on Peer to Peer networks operate
The definition of specific crimes related to Child Sexually Abusive Material (CSAM)
The identification and definition of specific language related to obtaining a Search Warrant
Identifying specific resources available to Law Enforcement personnel to assist in investigations
The depth of the problem of crimes related to CSAM
Child Erotica (legal) vs. CSAM images (illegal)
The relationship between offenders who download and share images to those who are hands-on, contact offenders
Background investigation prior to executing the Search Warrant
Safe practices while executing the Search Warrant
Use of electronics detection canines
The two stage/on-scene interview process
Use of a “tactical” polygraph and follow up investigation of CSC on child victims
Probable Cause Arrest versus Pending Further Investigation
Dealing with the potential of suspect suicide
Emotional/Psychological health and wellbeing of investigators
Case Studies as time allows
How to join ICAC Cops and the benefits related to training, investigations, and resources

Target Audience
This class is limited to certified law enforcement officers and Criminal Justice personnel, including Police Officers, Investigators and Detectives, Chiefs and Command Officers, Prosecutors, Judges, and Magistrates.
WARNING: This class may include some coarse language and disturbing images and videos. While no illegal images will be displayed, descriptive file titles and search terms commonly used by the offender will be discussed, and is intended for the sole purpose of understanding how this crime occurs and its related investigative techniques.
Instructor: Steven Standfest. Steve serves as a Special Agent in the Criminal Division for the Michigan Department of Attorney General, and has been assigned to the MSP Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force since 2013. He has conducted over 100 investigations related to the online trading of Child Sexually Abusive Material on Peer to Peer networks and utilizes unique investigative techniques in approaching pedophiles that possess and distribute such material to obtain admissible confessions and ultimately convictions. Steve also regularly uses an MSP electronics sniffing canine, one of the first in the nation, for final clearances of search warrant locations.
COST: Licensed Members are pre-paid All Others are $75.00 p/p
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive Flint MI 48507
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Background Investigations for Michigan Police Applicants
2020-02-12 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
The purpose of this course is to provide participants with useful information and resources that will assist them in conducting a thorough background investigation. Those attending will learn about contemporary strategies in completing a comprehensive, competency based pre-employment background investigation on police applicants.
Topics will include:

The police officer hiring process
MCOLES requirements
Legal concerns
Suggested background investigation forms
Criminal record searches
Document verification
Background Interviewing
Employment verification
Military service verification
Educational verification
Reference checks
Internet searches
Out of state applicants
Background investigation reports

Attendees are encouraged to bring to the class a blank copy of their own department’s background questionnaire for police applicants.
Instructor: Steven Standfest has conducted pre-service background investigations on applicants for law enforcement positions across the state of Michigan. He has also conducted National Security background investigations for both military and civilian positions with the United States government.
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid
LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $35 p/p
Non-Member Agencies – $75 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Legal Update
2020-02-04 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This seminar will include a review of current legislation affecting law enforcement as well as an update on Search & Seizure, Laws of Arrest, Interviews, and Search Warrant issues. Incorporated within the framework of this training will be a Laws of Arrest refresher and a review of related statutes.
You are encouraged to forward any question or issue(s) you would like addressed by the presenters to the LEORTC and they will be covered in the seminar.
Please send a separate email message and/or call us with your issue or question.
Presenter(s): Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Tammy Phillips.
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid
All Others: $40 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Advanced Topics in DNA: New Methods/Cold Cases
2020-01-31 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
ADVANCED TOPICS IN DNA
NEW METHODS TO SOLVE COLD CASES AND OTHER MAJOR CRIMES

Major advancements have been made in forensic DNA testing in recent years. These advancements in technology include increased in technology include increased sensitivity, new methods to interpret complex mixtures, specialized search techniques of the CODIS database, and many more. This class will highlight these advancements and focus on utilizing them when routing DNA analysis has not solved a case. This class will be particularly useful for looking at cold cases with a fresh eye to see if additional testing may be possible.

Topics Covered Will Include:

Probabilistic genotyping software
Familial searching of the CODIS database
Y-STR testing
New STR chemistries
Phenotyping/ancestry testing
Case Studies

Facilitators: Jennifer Dillon has been a forensic scientist with the MSP since 2005. She has case work experience in both the Biology/DNA discipline and in Trace Evidence. She is a current Board Member of the Midwest Association of Forensic Scientists and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences. Jennifer is also a member of the International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts.
Danielle Hankinson has been a forensic scientist in the Biology/DNA discipline for over 13 years. She has worked for both the Virginia Department of Forensic Science and the MSP. Danielle has BS and MS degrees from Michigan State University and is certified in Molecular Biology by the American Board of Criminalistics. She is the current President of the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists.
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Personnel – Prepaid Non-Licensed members – $45 p/p All Others: $95.00 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Adult Sexual Assault Investigations
2020-01-30 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Grand Blanc Twp. Police Dept., 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Grand Blanc, MI, 48439, United States
The purpose of this class to provide police officers, detectives, prosecutors and CPS investigators with a better understanding of the dynamics involved in sexual assaultive crimes.
This seminar will give first responders and investigators a better understanding of how to properly respond to, and investigate, sex crimes. The primary focus of this training will be on adult sexual assaults. Participants will learn the importance of the initial response, how trauma can affect the victim’s behavior and memory, what evidence to look for, the importance of avoiding assumptions, sex offender typologies and strategies for investigating the offender.
Topics to be discussed include:

Identifying and investigating different types of sex offenders
The effects of trauma on victims memory and behavior
Corroborating the victims statement
The importance of avoiding assumptions
Evidence procuring, types, and documentation

Instructor: Detective James Twardesky, Warren Police Department Special Victims Investigative Unit. He has conducted hundreds of investigations involving sex crimes & crimes against children. Detective Twardesky is an adjunct Law Enforcement faculty at Macomb Community College and teaches undergraduate level criminal justice courses, online & in-person as a Macomb Criminal Justice Center Instructor having develop & taught in-service advanced police training courses.
Date/Time: Thursday, January 30, 2020, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Grand Blanc Twp. Police Department, 5405 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Free
All Others – $75 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

You Don't Have to Die: Survive an Ambush
2020-01-22 18:00 - 22:00, 2020-01-22 13:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-05 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
This program presents a practical way of surviving an ambush. The officer will be able to identify the signs of upcoming ambush, which provides an opportunity to avoid it. The practical application of concepts of baseline, above and below baseline will be addressed. Pre attack indicators will be explained as well as the importance of movement versus static response and the concept of effective communication will also be discussed.
About Shaykhet Training
Shaykhet Training is a provider of specialized methods of self-defense. The company offers training for the Shaykhet method, which is practical and easy to master, for general citizens, children and law enforcement officials. The method was created by Lee Shaykhet, who has experience training the former Soviet Army and has provided instruction for law enforcement and military organizations in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Wisconsin, Ohio, Florida and Minnesota, as well as Canada. Mr. Shaykhet has also offered training for security and consulting companies and has trained bodyguards for several high-profile events.
Course Instructor: Lee Shaykhet. Lee has taught self defense classes to police and corrections officers for many years. There is a principle difference between the traditional approach to self defense, and the practical side of the matter. He is a veteran instructor for LEORTC.
Class Size: Limited to 25
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $35 p/p Non-Member Agencies – $50 p/p
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Below 100
2020-01-16 08:30 - 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Mott College – Northern Tier, 4082 W. Vienna Road, Clio, MI, 48420, United States
THIS AWARENESS PROGRAM SHOULD BE A MUST FOR ALL LEORTC MEMBER OFFICERS
THE 5 TENETS THAT SAVE LIVES
The Below 100 Program is designed to drastically reduce law enforcement Line of Duty Deaths (LODD’s). The Below 100 Program specifically addresses the operational areas of law enforcement that contribute to the greatest number of LODD’s, but are in large part preventable. The Below 100 Program is an effort to instill a culture of safety in law enforcement agencies that will progressively reduce national LODD’s to Below 100 annually. Instructional methods include lecture, guided discussion, and video case studies.

Learning Objectives:

Examine Line of Duty Deaths and Strategies for Reduction
Identify the 5 Basic Tenants of Below 100
Identify Agency Implementation Strategies of the Below 100 Program

Instructor: Tom Gillman, Criminal Justice Training Coordinator at Delta College. Tom spent 28 years with the Bay County Sheriff Department. He is a Certified Firearm’s Instructor, R.A.D. Defense Systems Instructor, NRA Certified Rifle Instructor and a member of ILEETA – International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.
Class Size: Limited to 48
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – None
All Others – None
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

Court Security & Prisoner Transport
2020-01-14 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Flint Township PD, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint Township, MI, 48507, United States
Although our American courtrooms are supposed to be a sanctuary of civility and order, they have become the scene of many violent attacks and prisoner escape attempts in the past decade. These episodes have many times led to safety concerns and fear of safety for those present. Additionally, they have reflected negatively on our public safety agencies. This course will help prepare officers working in our courtrooms for these and other critical incidents. Transport preparation and prisoner transportation security issues will also be covered. Highlights on judicial protection and threat management will be discussed.
Topics Include:

Courthouse Security
Courtroom Security
Prisoner Transportation
Judicial Protection
Threat Management

Instructor: Sergeant Todd Gilchrist is a 24 year veteran of the Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office. Over his career with the Sheriff’s Office Todd has worked as a Corrections Deputy and Sergeant. For 7 years Todd managed the Sheriff’s Offices Court Services and Transport Division and is now supervising Correctional Operations. Todd has also served as an Interim Jail Administrator.
Todd has been involved in public safety since 1989 as a fire fighter and EMT. He began his career in public safety education in 1993 as an EMS Instructor Coordinator and in the early 2000’s as a Law Enforcement Instructor. Todd is an adjunct Instructor at West Shore Community College and Lake Michigan College. He has also presented multiple topics at the American Jail Association’s national conferences.
Todd serves on the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council Advisory Committee. He is also an Instructor for the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council at the Academy level and for in-service training throughout Michigan.
Date/Times: Tuesday, January 14, 2020, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Flint Township Police Department, 5200 Norko Drive, Flint, MI 48507
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Prepaid, LEORTC Non-Licensed Personnel – $50 per person
All Others – $75 per person
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“This training has been registered with MCOLES for the use of PA 302 Law Enforcement Distribution funds.”

HFRG/PPCT Defensive Tactics Instructor Course
2020-01-06 08:30 - 2020-01-10 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Delta College, University Center, MI, 48710, United States
Human Factor Research Group (HFRG) formerly known as Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)
Defensive Tactics Instructor Course
The HFRG Defensive Tactics System is the first subject control system developed through tactical, legal and medical research. Tactically, the system addresses the most common types of resistance that officers may encounter, allowing the instructor to maximize training on job related techniques. Legally, the HFRG System teaches a simple use of force continuum that clarifies the appropriate force level for every level of resistance. Medical research was conducted on every HFRG technique to refine technique efficiency and to ensure the medical implications were proportional to the level of resistance. The force continuum concept, proper moves, take-downs, control points, striking points and weapons retention will be included. The administrative and course reporting duties of the instructor will also be covered.
Course Location: Delta College Main Campus, Room TBA
Course Fee:
LEORTC Licensed Personnel: Prepaid, limited seating
Delta College Consortium Members: $350.00 per person
Non-Consortium: $525.00 per person
Course Instructor: Kevin Rize
Required Equipment: Loose athletic wear, duty belt (no firearms), handcuffs
Registration Deadline: December 19, 2019
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The Winning Mind for Women
2019-12-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Baker College – Flint, 1050 W. Bristol Road, Flint, MI, 48507, United States
The Winning Mind for Women is one of the most unique and popular courses offered by the “Winning Mind Seminars” team. Sergeant Betsy Smith guides students through 8 hours of intensive, interactive training that will provide attendees with updates and information they can employ to improve and enhance both their personal and professional lives.

During this intense session students will also be exposed to:

The “Not Today” mindset, on every call, on every shift
Embracing your responsibility for your own tactics, training, survival and career
Why and how to embrace a warrior mindset regardless of your career path
The simple essentials of maintaining a great attitude
How to leave behind the “victim-based” mentality
Recognizing and taking advantage of the differences between men and women
Learning to communicate effectively with everyone in your agency and beyond
How to increase your awareness and overcome the complacency that can kill
AND MUCH, MUCH MORE……..

This training is like no other in that it encourages women, and those who train and supervise them, to look beyond the anecdotal, “that’s-the-way-we’ve-always-done-it” world of learning and utilize science, physiology and proven methods and information that will help anyone in law enforcement improve their career and their survival. Sgt. Smith’s philosophy of “teaching by storytelling” cites real-world, inspirational examples of courageous men and women whose stories stay with the attendees long after the class has concluded.

Facilitator: Sergeant Betsy Bratner Smith retired as a 29 year veteran of the Naperville, IL Police Department. She received her four year degree from Western Illinois University, and was a class officer and graduate of the Northwestern Center for Public Safety’s School of Staff and Command in 2001.
Betsy has been a law enforcement trainer for over 20 years and was a content expert and senior instructor for the Calibre Press “Street Survival” seminar from 2003 through 2012. She has authored hundreds of articles for law enforcement, government and civilian publications, including Police Marksman, Law and Order, Police Chief, and Law Officer.

Date/Time: Thursday, December 12, 2019, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Baker College Flint Township Campus, Undergraduate Studies Building Rooms 101 & 103
Cost: LEORTC Licensed Members – Free
All Others – $105 per person
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HFRG/PPCT Instructor Recertification
2019-12-09 08:30 - 2019-12-11 16:30 (America/Detroit) | Delta College, University Center, MI, 48710, United States
Human Factor Research Group (HFRG) formerly known as Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)
Instructor Recertification
A three-day program designed to re-certify instructors in the HFRG Management System’s Pressure Point Control Tactics, Defensive Tactics, and Collapsible Baton programs. The force continuum concept, proper moves, takedowns, control points, striking points and weapons retention will be included. The administrative and course reporting duties of the instructor will also be covered.
Participants need to bring loose athletic wear, duty belt (no firearms), handcuffs. New, updated manuals have been written and are included in the price of this course.
Course Instructor: Kevin Rize
Course Fee: LEORTC licensed members – Pre-paid, seating is limited
Non-Consortium: $340 per person
Delta College Consortium: $250 per person
MCOLES Registered
Registration Deadline: December 2, 2019
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