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Leadership and Management Responsibilities One part of any Constitutional Policing training program is about individual, personal efforts to know and understand how the Constitution applies to police practices. The other part, this part, involves organizational leadership—how focused policies, training, strengthened systems and other initiatives can help to establish the legitimacy necessary for effective law enforcement. […]
Federal Constitutional Considerations for Interrogations, Confessions and Identification Procedures Having a solid understanding of the foundational constitutional principles that control the admissibility and reliability of evidence obtained during police investigations is critical to successful prosecution of criminal offenders. Violations of the Miranda rule, for example, will almost certainly lead to the suppression of critical testimonial […]
The Fourth Amendment applies to medical procedures when they are conducted by the government or its agents for the purpose of obtaining evidence in a criminal investigation. The Supreme Court has held that such procedures are searches within the meaning of the Fourth Amendment and must be reasonable under the circumstances. The reasonableness of a […]
The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures. However, the Supreme Court has held that Fourth Amendment protection is often incompatible with the concept of incarceration and the needs and objectives of penal institutions. However, when a jail inmate has not been convicted, they do not lose all […]
Probable cause is the level of evidence that police officers need to justify their actions. It means that they have a reasonable basis to believe that a crime has been committed, is being committed, or is about to be committed, and that the person they are targeting is involved in some way. Probable cause is […]
Reasonable suspicion is a common standard used by police officers around the nation. When an officer stops someone courts require that the officer has either a search warrant, probable cause, or reasonable suspicion. Reasonable suspicion is less strict than probable cause but has very limited applications. It refers to a police officer’s reasonably justifiable suspicion […]
Do you need to enhance your crash investigation skills and deepen your understanding of the warrantless exceptions that come into play? Look no further! Our comprehensive Crash Investigations webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge and techniques necessary to excel in your role. Join us as we explore a wide range of warrantless […]
Explore the legalities of searching mobile conveyances under the Fourth Amendment in our comprehensive course. Discover “Mobile Conveyance”: Gain a crystal-clear understanding of what constitutes a “mobile conveyance,” ensuring you can confidently identify and navigate various vehicles in the legal context. Master the Four Requirements: Learn the essential criteria for a lawful warrantless search based […]
Need a comprehensive course that will put your new officers on the right path to making legally defensible decisions from the start? Look no further than our Search & Seizure for Police Academies course. Our training program is designed to help new officers make sound case law decisions. Our expert instructors and cutting-edge curriculum will equip […]
Unlock the key to successful de-escalation training for your agency with this program. Say goodbye to outdated police training methods that rely purely on force and say hello to practical tactics that will help you reduce unnecessary force, increase community trust, and improve critical decision making. With our train the trainer course, you’ll be able […]
Unlock the Power of De-escalation: Enhance Your Skills and Reduce Use of Force Are you a dedicated law enforcement officer seeking to improve your de-escalation skills and minimize unnecessary use of force? Look no further than our highly acclaimed Real World De-escalation course. While traditional police training has heavily focused on utilizing force to overcome […]
Mastering Search & Seizure combines two of Blue to Gold’s most popular classes: Advanced Search & Seizure and Advanced Traffic Stops and added additional topics like community caretaking and emergency aid exception. This class is vital for any officer, at any level, with any experience. Students will complete the course with a mastery of search […]
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