Chris McFarlin is an Attorney-Legal Instructor for Blue to Gold Law Enforcement Training. He currently serves as a Lieutenant / Training Manger for the Charleston County Sheriff’s Office in Charleston, SC. In this role, he oversees research and training development as well as legal updates for all ... Read more...
Chris was very relatable and knowledgeable! As far as a law class, this was one of the best classes I have attended. Chris being both a lawyer and an officer was very unique and provided a different perspective on the subject matter.
5
Monica Fonseca
Rutherford County Sheriff's Office
TENNESSEE
While this was a refresher course for me, there were still things I learned. I liked the way the instructor used examples which is good for clarification on issues.
5
S.A. Dusty Thomas
Arkansas
Chris was able to break things down into terms and diagrams that I had not seen before. The open dialogue also allowed for multiple questions on a wide range of topics. Chris is down to earth and his knowledge is second to none! I would gladly take other courses regardless of the topic, if he was the instructor.
5
Dominic
Texas
Your class was the best and most informative I have ever been to! Keep doing what you are doing!
5
K.B.
Pearland PD
Texas
I just completed the Blue to Gold Traffic Stop and Arrest, Search, and Seizure course at my agency. What an absolutely phenomenonal course. I have learned more in the past two days than I did in my Police Academy. The course content was extremely applicable to our daily tasks on the street. I highly recommend these courses and look forward to taking many more in the near future! Thank you Chris McFarlin!
Advanced Search & Seizure
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Advanced Traffic Stops
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Advanced Criminal Investigations
Thursday, April 4, 2024 | Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Our Advanced Search and Seizure training is designed to equip officers with the knowledge and skills they need to independently analyze and solve Fourth Amendment problems, leading to a reduction in lawsuits and the ability to establish good case law. By the end of this course, students will have a solid understanding of when the Fourth Amendment applies, the requirement of consent, recognized exceptions, and the necessity of a warrant for every search or seizure.
This was a great course- building upon principles which everyday officers are enacting. The knowledge gained clarifies the ability and understanding of the “why” officers do certain things, and the “how” to properly do them; avoiding liability and penalty.
5
RG
I attended the advanced search and seizure course with John Wiehn. He did a great job explaining different case laws to us and making sure we had an understanding of everything he was teaching us. Every law enforcement professional should take this course. We are all one call away from being case law ourselves and this course will protect you from that. Even though John is an attorney he keeps the class interesting and encourages questions as he was a cop himself not that long ago.
5
Ben Carnes
Colorado
Advanced Search and Seizure training taught by John Wiehn is easily the best SaS training I have ever received. Well done! My first blue to gold training and I will be seeking out more. Thank you!
In our fast-paced instruction, we use real-world case law to delve into the legal aspects of searches and seizures in federal and state-specific jurisdictions, with a specific focus on traffic stops. Our goal is to provide officers with a deeper understanding of important case law related to traffic stops, emphasizing the significance of consent, exceptions, and warrants in any search or seizure.
In this comprehensive training program, we will delve deep into case law, providing you with a thorough understanding of how to respond legally and effectively to a wide range of challenging situations. From undercover operations to anonymous tips, constructive possession issues, and more, our course covers it all. You will learn how to articulate these complex issues in a legally defensible manner, ensuring your investigations are rock-solid.
I just completed a two-day training in Advanced Search and Seizure and Advanced Criminal Investigations in Jackson, WY. This was by far the most entertaining and knowledgeable training I have attended in my short three years of Law Enforcement. Anthony Bandiero is very intelligent and I hope more law enforcement agencies seek him out to expand their knowledge.
5
La Plata county
Colorado
Advanced Criminal Investigation This course breaks down components and legal concerns through advanced criminal investigations I'm a way that gets the student to actively think their way through the process and problem-solve.
5
H. K.
Colorado
Advanced Criminal Investigations Great class. It’s both an excellent review and has contemporary topics. They keep things simple and easy to remember
5
Colorado
Great class on criminal investigations. The instructor has an incredible grasp of the 4th amendment and its application. Moreover, the continued of state-specific cases is extremely helpful!
5
Mark Beluscak
Arapahoe Community College Law Enforcement Academy
Colorado
Advanced criminal investigations, as part of my job I evaluate curriculum and instructional materials, this is a nearly flawless way to present this, John Wiehn has mastered the art of edutainment.
Sponsor and Benefits
TCOLE Eligible
Nationally Certified Instructor
Pearland Police Department
Certificate
Instructor and Team
Chris McFarlin
Attorney – Legal Instructor
Erahn Martin
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It’s fascinating to learn about the diverse ways different police departments operate across various states. Each one has its unique procedures, challenges, and approaches to maintaining safety and order.
oscar perez
2024-04-17
Great training that was very beneficial and clearly explained. Highly recommended for all levels of law enforcement.
Billie Kregel
2024-04-17
Informative and useful information! Instructor is easy to listen to and an expert in the field. Will definitely listen again!
Joshua Cail
2024-04-17
Very good training, especially for those who are learning how to do DUI investigations
Cesar Maruri
2024-04-17
EXCELLENT TRAINING - AND IT’S FREE
Christian Mares
2024-04-17
Phenomenal instructor. Have learned lot from Anthony.
Chase Metcalf
2024-04-17
Good review! Want longer training though
Rasheida Snipe
2024-04-17
Great content. Broken down for all levels of law enforcement
I attended two classes. The instructor was very knowledgeable and made the courses easy to understand. I highly recommend anyone to take one of his classes.
T.J
Texas
Outstanding instruction of all things Search and Seizure. B2G has crack the code of making the 4th Amendment nuance into an entertaining subject matter leaving their students feeling confident and knowledgeable.
C.H
New Jersey
What an absolute outstanding training group!!! They make search and seizure law so simple to understand, it allows you to get it right every time!!!! Wonderful - Wonderful folks at Blue to Gold!!!