In-Person Training
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John Wiehn is an Attorney and Senior Legal Instructor with Blue to Gold Law Enforcement Training. John has been training law enforcement officers for over a decade; he is committed to increasing officers’ safety through their understanding of case law and its real-world application. John’s profe ... Read more...
Really informative class and useful information
Very knowledgeable and keeps your attention. Great class
Great instructor! Very high energy!
Very engaging and relatable
This should be taught in the academy. How easily it is to not understand what should be done during a lethal threat is incredible.
John is an excellent instructor! He is vey knowledgeable and makes his classes enjoyable for everyone.
Master at his craft!! Excellent instructor filled with alot of information while keeping you entertained. Recommend this class and any others that he teaches!!
I have taken many classes during my 2 decades as a LEO. John Wiehn is special type of person and exceptional instructor. He was very passionate about Officers well being and knew the laws. He’s teaching was very refreshing and knowledgeable. Thank you John Wiehn.
John is an exceptional instructor. I've been to other use of force classes where the instructor lost my attention by not teaching what I signed up for. He was well prepared and definitely an expert in this field. I would suggest this Use of Force class to all law enforcement officers.
Very knowledgeable, funny, and down to earth
Great stuff! Love the passion and explanation!
Great class. Kept everything interesting.
John is an excellent communicator with enthusiasm for the subject he’s teaching. He made a boring subject into a very interesting one with a lot of interaction. Great product Anthony!
Phenomenal instructor from start to finish. Definitely a class I would recommend and take again. The instructor interacted extremely well with the class.
Class was very educational. John was able to answer questions and explain things well. Gave articulable reasons for just about everything, not just “because it’s how we’ve always done it.”
John is an awesome instructor. He presented the information in an entertaining way that really helped getting the information across. He is highly recommended.
Excellent presentation! The videos of what not to say/do and the good example were fantastic.
John is fantastic, his class was awesome. He is so knowledge on the topics and being a former AZ peace officer makes the class and his information so much more reliable.
Very informative. John kept it interesting throughout the whole program, and provoked thought. Will definitely look into more of his training videos.
Very informative training. I hope this stuff hangs out in the back of my mind while on the job.
Great information
Great information for new and veteran Officers.
Great information and training on the 1st amendment. Greatly appreciated.
Amazing training
Very passionate about what he teaches, very knowledgeable and gives good examples
John is an engaging, knowledgeable and lively instructor. I am impressed with his immediate ability to explain anything from all angles. This training should be had by any officer in any agency. Thank you, John and Blue To Gold!
I recently had the opportunity to attend a week-long Advanced Search and Seizure, Advanced Traffic stops, Advanced Criminal Investigations, and Certified Search and Seizure Instructor course taught by John Wiehn, and I can confidently say it was one of the most informative and engaging law enforcement training sessions I've experienced. From day one, John demonstrated an exceptional depth of knowledge in constitutional law, case law, and real-world applications of search and seizure principles. He broke down complex legal concepts into practical, easy-to-understand lessons, ensuring that every officer – regardless of experience level – could grasp and apply the material effectively. What set this course apart was John’s ability to connect legal theory to real-life policing scenarios. Instead of simply lecturing from a textbook, (Death by PowerPoint) he engaged the class with interactive discussions, case studies, and real-world examples that reinforced the legal principles officers must navigate daily. This hands-on approach made the training highly relevant and immediately applicable to the field. Additionally, John was highly approachable and encouraged participation, welcoming questions and fostering an open learning environment. His real-world experience and passion for constitutional policing was evident throughout the course, making the training both education and engaging. By the end of the week, I left with a stronger understanding of search and seizure laws, improved confidence in my decision-making, and the tools needed to ensure that my actions in the field are both effective and legally sound. I highly recommend John and the rest of the Blue to Gold Instructors to any law enforcement professional looking to sharpen their legal knowledge and stay ahead of evolving case law. This training is an invaluable resource for officers who want to protect their cases, their careers, and their communities by ensuring every search, seizure, and arrest is conducted lawfully and professionally.
You need a good student in order for the student to enjoy and take something from the class. Even more, you need a excited instructor. John was exactly this and made the class, even the dry material exciting. Also acted like a cops cop, not just an instructor presenting material. Would 100% take more of his classes.
John is extremely knowledgeable and his presentation on search and seizure is nothing short of exceptional.
John’s presentations are always engaging and informative. This is top notch training extremely relevant to current LE practices.
Incredible instructor - never missed a beat, and extremely knowledgeable with in-depth explanations of all the various topics that LE must know and understand. Highly recommended!
This is my first B&G training I’ve attended. After this class, I wish I would have attended more. Great instruction, lots of very helpful information, and a great instructor. Look forward to attending future classes.
John Wiehn presents the law in a story telling way, that keeps your attention without putting you to sleep. Great instructor.
Great energy for the topics when John is teaching important topics. Appreciate all you do for us.
Extremely valuable information and John's teaching style was very engaging and entertaining. I will definitely be on the lookout for additional courses from Blue to Gold.
Great instructor!!!!
I attended 3 days of training in Puyallup, Wa. I learned a great deal. John is incredibally knowlegeable and entertaining!
Great classes for officers just getting started! Every piece of information is backed by case law studies. Every class I've taken has been taught with well versed trainers. Highly recommend for all!
Great course,
This was a very informative class, John is a great teacher and he knows his stuff. He also keeps the class actively engaged. Highly recommend taking any of his classes.
Loved having John as an instructor for search and seizure and advanced traffic stops. He presents the material well and holds your attention. Couldn’t recommend John or the trainings more.
Amazing class! I will be taking more of these well presented, informative classes! Thank you
Great class. Made it very easy to understand what case law says we can and can’t do.
Great instruction, good pace. Highly recommended for new officers and as a review for experienced officers.
Great class! Couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. having knowledge of both the LE side and court procedures side, makes the class highly desirable.
Excellent review, this class was very relevant especially now that we have a K9 officer. Keep up the excellent work. Thank you.
Outstanding training.
I truly enjoyed your searching cars and occupants course. Nice review of the police academy training I received with the latest case law.
I really enjoyed your way of teaching using humor and visual aids. Your way of teaching was very captivating and very different (In a good way) from other instructors. Thank you.
Awesome Instructor, Great Learning Experience, And Lots Of Valuable Information!
Great course! Keeps the class interesting and a awesome instructor!
Great instructor, one of the best seminars I’ve participated in, kept me engaged and gave enough time for note taking!
Clear and concise, to the point, good pace and engaged with group.
Keeps the class engaged by presenting material in a fun and entertaining manner!
Great info. Enjoyed the class.
Material was current and presented well. I really liked the visual aids in understanding what is being presented.
Great instructor, very knowledgeable!
John is an excellent instructor who breaks down the information very simply and makes it easy for everyone to understand how it’s going to apply in the field. John always does an excellent job on the webinars!
Extremely knowledgeable and enjoyable lecturer. Great course!
John is super knowledgeable and keeps class interesting. Gives relatable examples.
Super informative and engaging.
Excellent training! Very clear and easy to understand
Outstanding resource and thank you for providing this training.
Great info and useful refresher!
Really great down to earth presentation! Expertise was easily seen!
Great instructor. Did a fantastic job articulating case law and how to apply them in real world situations.
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I am super excited to get in on another class.
Great instructor with lots of knowledge and energy to keep the class very engaging.
Great Instructor, entertaining and highly knowledgeable.
Very knowledgeable
Good job! The humor kept me super enu
Awesome instructor!
Great instructor. Made the material interesting
Great instructor , very well composed great
Well delivered information backed by case law and examples. Engagement with audience was great
Great entry level search and seizure.
John was an absolute gem and made legalese enjoyable to learn and brought all the energy one needed for an all encompassing class!
Outstanding instructor, engaging, dynamic and knowledgeable
Awesome job in webinars , very on point and clear
Great Instructor!
Very well informed on the context he presents. Provides lots of examples and does great answering any questions.
Great instructor who was very knowledgeable regarding case law essential for daily patrol activities as well as investigation.
John was super knowledgeable and presented the material in a very energetic and entertaining manne
This was one of the best classes I have ever taken. The amount of knowledge he brings to the table was next level good. I hope I get to attend some more classes he gives.
Great class, very articulate and humorous
This is the most in depth training that I have ever received on Duty to Intervene. At the end of the training there was no question on if, when, why, or how you should Intervene. Videos and presentation was immaculate.
Great block of instruction on Search and Seizure. Not only is the material current and applicable, but John is an excellent instructor, keeping the class engaged, especially to a bunch of cops. His knowledge of case law is on par with Dale Anderson for any of the IL cops who've attended his classes. Would definitely recommend attending the class.
John was very engaging, with a great balance of humor and knowledge. The explanation of case law tied everything together. I would highly recommend this training for all supervisors!
Excellent presentation. John has great energy that keeps one’s attention. I really appreciate the fact that the course integrated Illinois statutes even though John is from out of state. I would highly recommend this course. Ken Keating - 37 years of law enforcement experience.
Recently attended the IL Search & Seizure Class. The material is new, fresh, and incredibly detailed. John's knowledge for the subject matter and his ability to present this class a must for any officer at any stage of there life.
John was excellent. Informative, engaging, and entertaining. Thank you for a great class.
John's teaching abilities have clearly made a positive impact. His instruction is top-notch and provides a wealth of knowledge. It's evident that John is passionate about sharing his expertise. Students are fortunate to have such a dedicated and effective instructor. Keep up the fantastic work, John!
Great class, very informative. The instructor kept the subject matter interesting with his presentation style.
Instructor does a great job of using simple situations to explain search issues that officers find themselves in
Great instructor very informative description of cases to the point
Great course that exemplifies the experience and knowledge of the instructor. a worth while course for agencies.
Excellent presentation. John has great energy that keeps one’s attention. I really appreciate the fact that the course integrated Illinois statutes even though John is from out of state. I would highly recommend this course. Ken Keating - 37 years of law enforcement experience.
Great presentation. Very good examples in regards to applying legal standards in decision making and report writing.
Outstanding knowledge of law and applying it. Thank you
Class was excellent. Great presentation of topics and concept. Highly recommended.
Extremely engaging and knowledgeable presenter. Would love to have him teach my agency!
Awesome class! Great information and John really came with the energy! Highly recommend!
Awesome instructor. Learned the most from these classes!
Excellent instructor and very entertaining.
Both classes are great. Definitely learned a lot about report writing and search and seizure.
Good beginner class to get the basics of report writing
Amazing class
The material taught in blue to gold was easy to understand. The instructor made the class very interesting. Overall a great job!
John did a great job. His energy level was on 🔥
Great class. Very informative.
Very informative class,
Informative and fun, made all the points validated and made the class interesting
Class was informative and easy to follow along.
Great class! Very informative and I will use some of these tactics to further my career!!
John did very well in explaining every aspect when it comes to report writing and the reasons why you should write them on a certain manner. Very informative and would take another class like this again.
Very informative and made it actively fun not only with the videos but also his personality during the instructional period
This was my second class with John Wiehn and it was just as fun and informative as the first time around. John’s teaching style is unmatched. I definitely recommend attending a course taught by him!
Class was very informative
Great Class. Relevant information for day to day job.
Very informative. Think this class should be taught in the police academy as well
Instructor was well versed in material and was engaging while presenting it
Instructor kept the material interesting. Learned aqqqqqq
Awesome class full of information
Kept engaged with class. Was enjoyable.
Really enjoyed both the Bulletproof report writing class and Search and seizure. John kept it interested and engaging.
Instructor presented information with great detail and good humor. Easy to follow and understand.
Very knowledgeable and entertaining
Well articulated and entertaining course. Engaging speaker. Relevant information
Engaging, knowledgeable
great professor
All three courses were very informative. John related it well to our state and how it would affect us. He kept the class engaged and was very knowledgeable. John answered all of our questions and allowed the class to feed off each other. I would recommend to any officer.
I attended 3 day course, which included Advanced Search and Seizure, Advanced Traffic Stops and Bulletproof Report Writing. All three classes were very informative and well taught. Mr. Weihn was very knowledgeable on all topics!
All three courses were very informative. John related it well to our state and how it would affect us. He kept the class engaged and was very knowledgeable. John answered all of our questions and allowed the class to feed off each other. I would recommend to any officer.
Probably the best training I have attended in my career. Much more informative and applicable than classes taught in the academy.
The class was very engaging, he was able to keep the class moving and the material enjoyable.
Good class with a lot of good information.
Very intricate and detailed. The law courses that should be taught to all cops. this is information that will solidify your cases, keep you out of court or even jail.
I found that the course will help me write more consice and readable reports which will likely lead to more convictions. John was a very energetic instructor and I enjoyed his method of teaching.
Only did the report writing course and it was very informative and he kept the class involved. would recommend and take more classes if offered
John did an awesome job instructing during the Cops and Cameras training! Entertaining and very insightful.
Great stuff
Excellent instruction. I found the class to be very informative and useful for officers of all levels.
Great course would do it again
John is a fantastic instructor and keeps the class engaged. He clearly articulates and bridges the gap from legal jargon to cop work.
I just wanted to give a shout-out to John for being so awesome and taking the time to reply to my email with such valuable information. His input was super helpful, and I really appreciate it. Thanks a bunch, John!
In 18 years of law enforcement, I have been through a few classes. As an instructor, I have also taught a few. John is a first class instructor. The content was informative, and applicable to the laws of our state. John is definitely an expert in his field. From the newest Officer, to the oldest, all of us came away better informed and capable to do our jobs better.
Great training. Essential for police work.
Outstanding class. Thoroughly enjoyed the content and feel better prepared/informed with respect to S&S. Already signed up for more Blue to Gold Training.
Great class! Provided supporting case law and information to explain each aspect.
Felt the material is beneficial and explained in a way that simplified the justifications
A lot of valuable information in this class. Very informative and easily understood
Great training, interactive and learned a lot in a way that is fun.
Great course and great instructor!!!
Good review of case laws and easy to understand breakdowns.
Learned a lot during this class. Very informative! Great class
The class has a ton of great information that is presented well by John in an informative and entertaining way.
Great course and great content for Advanced Search and Seizure. John kept the material interesting and relevant for every officer on the street.
Great information. Great way to present the information and encouraging questions and debate.
Excellent instructor. Very informative and interacts great with the class.
Great energy, keeps class interesting.
Great instruction. Great content and John made material fun and interesting.
Great class! Good discussions and presenting in a very interesting way.
Fun and informative class!
Phenomenal class! I highly recommend this class for all law enforcement officers, regardless of their rank. John was a really engaging instructor and did an amazing job.
Great energy. Good content!
I had the pleasure of attending John’s bullett proof report writing class. It was outstanding. He made the learning process enjoyable. I felt confident leaving class knowing what is needed to submit an excellent, articulate report. I highly recommend attending John’s class.
I learned so much! I can't wait to pass on the info to my shift.
Great class with alot of useful information. Instruction goes with what you are learning and makes you think throughout the class.
Expanded on basic and in-depth knowledge useful for all levels of law enforcement. John did an amazing job on this Advanced Search and Seizure class! Humbled to have been a part of his class.
I thought it was a great case. It was informative to see what prosecutors tend to look for in reports. Learning different ways to format reports was also beneficial.
Great course! John was very informative and kept the course entertaining throughout. I would love to attending future course with Blue to Gold!
Great class. Not only a refresher for the basics that are necessary for police work, but also expanded knowledge for what we are capable and not capable of searching.
John did a great presentation teaching Advanced Search and Seizure. The class was interactive and fun. A must take course for any LEO!
Excellent instructor and method of presentation. The curriculum is fluid informative, applicable and current. The training is well designed and cultivates student confidence for the field.
Great content, clearly presented!
Very informative, helpful information.
Awesome course, definetly have a better understanding on curtilage
Very knowledgeable, and entertaining. Great class
Great class, with lots of valuable information
I have attended three classes with John (report writing, mastering search and seizure and search warrants. He is a great instructor who keeps the class engaged and he has recently taken time to help review our inventory policy, which was very helpful! Blue to gold is the gold standard of law enforcement training.
John is very knowledgeable. Every question and hypothetical we could think of he gave us an in depth answer supported by case law. I have learned so much and really enjoyed picking his brain. This training is a must for all agencies .
Good class for law enforcement. If you are becoming a detective it’s a great refresher on search and seizure. Instructor makes class interesting and engaging.
I highly recommend this course. This instructor knows his material and has the expertise. Also knowledge is power.
John is an extremely engaging instructor that finds way to make a very bland subject manner interesting and memorable in such a way that helps retain the information divulged
Came for the case law traing, stayed for the dad jokes.
It was apparent that John was very knowledgeable on the material covered in class. He explained things well and was passionate about the material. 10/10 do recommend!
John is a great instructor. He teaches with enthusiasm and makes the class engaging
Very well spoken and knowledgeable on the topic. Was able to keep the attention of the room. Very enthusiastic.
Great class. Keeps me engaged and learning. Happy to known more about law enforcement.
This was an excellent training course. The Blue to Gold training courses that we took were very informative a John Wiehn was an outstanding instructor. Recommended highly as a training provider.
We had John out to teach Mastering Search and Seizure and Advanced Search Warrants. John did an outstanding job teaching and the material was excellent. This training curriculum should be required for all peace officers.
Outstanding course. Great instructor with a wealth of knowledge.
John did a great job of covering the course content and utilizing video breakdowns to drive home the lesson. Overall a great refresher for those who have attended other B2G courses.
I have taken Bulletproof Report Writing and Mastering Search and Seizure with John. His mastery of search and seizure and his presentation style makes for a highly effective learning environment.
As always, it does without saying. This training is tier 1 in all aspects. From the material, to q&a, professional knowledge, and engaging.
Outstanding update on case law and best practices.
I had the pleasure of being taught by John from Blue to Gold during a recent training session held in Greer, South Carolina. He covered several critical topics, including Report Writing, Search and Seizure, and Courtroom Testimony. John's extensive knowledge and expertise were evident throughout the course. I particularly enjoyed his sessions on courtroom testimony, which were enriched with new material from a recent national court case, providing us with up-to-date and relevant insights. What truly stood out was John's dedication to the officers in the class. He was always willing to take the time to answer questions, even those that were off-topic, ensuring that we fully understood the subject matter. His approachable demeanor and willingness to go the extra mile made the learning experience both informative and enjoyable. Overall, John's teaching was exceptional, and I highly recommend Blue to Gold’s training sessions to any law enforcement officer looking to deepen their understanding of the law and strengthen their career skills.
Both of the classes that I took were very informative. John is a great instructor! I'm looking forward to attending classes in the future.
John did a fantastic job covering courtroom testimony. The case included in the instructional material was spot on and backed up many of the bullet points within his slides. I would attend another one of his classes!!
John Wiehn is a great instructor. This was one of the best courses I’ve taken as a LEO. It was informative and very relevant. Instead of putting us to sleep with PowerPoint, John was able to keep it lively and interactive. I really liked how he taught the Federal Law and the State Law. I look forward to taking another course taught by John
Excellent training. Subject matter expert. Engaging three days of classes. Would definitely recommend.
I took Advanced Search and Seizure and Advanced Traffic Stops with John. As we all know, Washington state is very restrictive with police affairs. John dove deep into case law to provide Officers with more tools, and dispel commonly accepted beliefs regarding WA laws. And he did so in a fun and captivating manner. You can tell that John is knowledgeable and passionate about his job. Every self-respected LEO needs to take these courses — even the salty vets who may think they know it all. Thanks again John. I look forward to your next class in WA.
Great class! So much useful information!
Search and seizure was an excellent class. John was extremely knowledgeable and he kept it interesting. I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to expand their knowledge.
I enjoy all Blue to Gold trainings I have taken. Switching from one circuit to another can be confusing, this class helps me understand Search and Seizure as it applies to federal law, not just common practice.
Outstanding training. Everything was well organized, and John is extremely knowledgeable. I feel much more prepared to do my job. I recommend the courses to all of my colleagues.
Very well spoken. Very informative class.
You can definitely tell John knows his stuff. I thoroughly enjoy his training videos. I always take away something from them, whether it be new knowledge or a refresher. Very appreciative of him sharing his knowledge, as well as the whole Blue to Gold staff.
Instructor was very knowledgeable and made a known boring subject of case law very interesting and extremely educational. Kept the class engaged and was able to connect on an LEO level due to his prior LEO experience. It was surprisingly top notch and educational training that I expected to be outright boring.
Every officer should attend this class prior to being released from FTO. The knowledge gained from this class is invaluable.
John is a great instructor. He is very knowledgeable in the subject matter of search and seizure law. He also keeps everyone engaged in his training style
I highly highly recommend these courses. 4th amendment is a very highly debated issue. John does a great job breaking it down so we as officers can be as safe as possible. Any and all LEO needs to take these courses.
Great instructor.
This guy is almost funnier than bandiero! Very educational, presented in an easy to digest hour of fun! Absolutely fantastic.
Exceptional training, detailed oriented, insightful and interactive. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Great speaker, well prepared and knowledgeable, keeps you attentive, communicates clearly and is lively.
Great energy. Very knowledgeable and kept the class engaged.
Mr. Wiehn is an engaging and knowledgeable instructor, and he is an invaluable asset to Blue to Gold.
Blue To Gold provides solid training for proactive policing!
Excellent presentation. Clear and concise information provided.
Great instructor
Great webinar with practical applications to current legal standards. The material and case law was very helpful.
Great information and extremely well presented.
Good speaker made it worthwhile watching good speaker
Just finished Terry Stops and Pat Downs. Great presentation. Instructor has great energy. Very knowledgeable and articulate.
I am an applicant to Alaska State Troopers. A trooper that I did a ride along suggested Blue to Gold to me for some studying preacademy. I feel Instructor Wiehn is very good at what he does and explaining things. good job Thank you.
Great class, kept everyone well engaged with high energy and great articulation procedures for pat downs and terry stops.
Extremely valuable information provided by John!
Great info, John does a great job explaining stops and pats. Definitely a refresher for us old guys.
Amazing information and well delivered
Very informative instructor. Gave great information and articulated in an easy to understand way.
Great instructor and provided useful info. No wasted time in his presentation
Good stuff, short and sweet, great enthusiasm to keep us engaged.
Just took the Terry Stops and Patdowns webinar. Excellent presentation. Great information provided.
Very knowledgeable and engaging instructor. Explains subject matter very well
Fantastic course! Great instructor. I appreciate the real life scenario discussions
John's Terry Stops and Pat down class was fantastic! His classes are always energetic and informative!
Awesome!!
Great instructor, very knowledgeable
Very good job
Did a great job, great speaker and kept my attention
Outstanding presentation on SITA. I’ve been on the job for 50 plus years and an attorney. I enjoyed the presentation. Picked up some good points. Excellent review
Partner of mine took one of his search and seizure classes and gave raving reviews on it!! He couldn’t stop talking about the class! Saw he was teaching a webinar the same week and signed up! No regrets! Great instructor great energy and great information!!! Thank you!!!
Great instructor, really knows what he is talking about.
Learned a lot from you tonight and some of the things we doing is not right. So I see the can and can’t now
I think you did a great job. Easy to follow and understand.
The webinar had great case law and easy to understand references. I loved it
Great instructor and very informative!!!
Incredible instructor, it would be worth the money to hear him speak.
Good classes. Instructor high energy, positive and engaging. Only recommendation is do intros of students, name tag on desk. This assists with students engaging with each other and collaboration of depts. Good classes
Excellent information to help make one’s reports better and lead to a conviction and avoid questions about details of the incident.
The class was awesome. It was obvious to me as I was taking the test how much of the information I retained. John did an excellent job presenting the material. I have already spoke with Erahan about bring John back April 2024 for a week to present the report writing class. I also really liked the format of the class as well as the testing procedure. Great Job!
John was my instructor and he presented a lot of good information to the class. John made sure we understood what h e was talking about before moving on. If we did not understand how he answered the question, he would do make sure he gave us an answer we understood.
Informative training that offers numerous resource post training for Officers. I recommend this for new and veteran officers. Also, for prosecutor's, too.
Charismatic, entertaining and most importantly very enthusiastic about his teaching material 10/10
Great class with lots of great/valuable information.
John was super knowledgeable on case law and state specific laws regarding search and seizure. His explanations and scenario based questions really solidified the content taught throughout the course.
Instructor was very educational and kept the class entertaining. Great at keeping the class engaged. Highly recommend.
Great class, great information. Instructor kept us involved and interested.
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.
The training was extremely insightful. John took a complex subject and explained it in a common-sense manner.
I took the 4-day session including Search & Seizure, Traffic Stops/Searches, Search Warrants, and Interviews & Interrogations, and I honestly was not prepared for how much I had to learn. Being in law enforcement for 10 years and still having so many questions makes me wish I had access to or knew about this training earlier on, however I am grateful that I had the chance to take these courses! The topics are clear and relevant, the instructor (John) was relatable, funny, and extremely knowledgeable, and he was able to answer any outstanding questions I had. I am much more confident in these areas and have a greater understanding of the legal responsibilities I have in this profession and am very grateful that this training is available! VERY highly recommended!
Advanced Traffic Stops This course had great content and a breakdown of legal theories. The case law references were applicable and backed the topics covered. Our instructor, John, is very knowledgeable and entertaining.
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.
Wiehn was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all questions in depth. Would highly recommend taking his classes!
I really enjoyed what the class had to offer. The report writing classes I’ve had are no more than 2 hours long and this was really in-depth. This class also explained the legality side of how your report can cause you to have a hard day in court. I learned a ton and hope to share everything I learned with my agency and fellow Deputies. John was also very knowledgeable and made a report writing class entertaining! I would recommend the classes and knowledge Blue to Gold has to offer to every agency in the U.S.!
John Wiehn is extremely knowledgeable and makes the course content easy to digest and understand. Kept my attention during the whole day.
Really enjoyed this class! Very valuable information. I am excited to head back to my own agency and inform other officers of what I have learned! John is a phenomenal instructor! He taught my academy search and seizure, I am thankful I was allowed to come back for another class!
Advanced Search and Seizure Valuable information and presented in such an efficient manner to really teach Case Law. The instructor John Wiehn understand, informs, and presents materials in an engaging manner to really keep Officer’s informed and out of trouble. Really appreciate the course will be taking future courses!
Very helpful … learned Many case laws that are relevant. Excellent teaching style , kept the interest of the class
Class was fantastic. Tons of valuable information. Instructor was great. He knew his stuff and his delivery was amazing. Educational and entertaining at the same time. I will look into more Blue to Gold classes for sure.
Best search and seizure class attended in 17 years. Well done, instructor was engaging, passionate, and humorous.
John has great energy, shows excited passion and smart instructor.
Search and Seizure course with John Wiehn was excellent! Relevant information that improved my understanding and will help me better articulate my actions in my reports and testimony in court. Highly recommend this course.
Very good training, very informational and good presentation. John is a very knowledgeable individual and great presenter. Kept my attention and was able to answer all questions. Would highly recommend this class and this presenter to anyone.
Very informative. I appreciate the instructor's presentation, he held my attention through the potentially dry topic.
The training on search and seizure was very informative. The instructor was very knowledgeable and presented the content well.
Blue to Gold Search and Seizure is an amazing class. Sgt Wiehn is a top notch instructor and is capable of keep the students attention. I learned a lot about search and seizure in the state of Kansas. I will look for more Blue to Gold classes in the future.
Took the report writing class presented by Mr. We The instruction was through and relevant.
: I have attended Blue to Gold training in the past and it was excellent. Yesterday, I attended Advanced Criminal Investigations. The instructor was John Wiehn. He was very knowledgeable on the subject. He was entertaining and interactive with the class. I would attend future Blue to Gold trainings and would look for John as the instructor.
Mastering Search & Seizure
Monday, October 27, 2025 | Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Advanced Criminal Investigations
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Response to Resistance: The Legal Realities of Use of Force in Modern Policing
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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 and seizure and will know how to make good case law…more importantly…why! (Book included with each registration: Search & Seizure Survival Guide)
Outstanding!
Once through general information this course provided good content for lawful vehicle searches
Incredible class. I used the Search and Seizure Survival Guide for 4 years prior to this class. This class dove deeper into a crucial subject for all officers, and provided a more in depth understanding.
Mastering Search and Seizure was an eye opening class and allowed me to look at search and seizure in a new light. I had nothing to compare it to when learning about 4th amendment in the academy, but now that I have some experience it helps me know why I can do what I do.
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 thought this was great info, well organized, and used real life examples we will see in the field. Thank you!
As always, Anthony provided excellent, useful information. I highly recommend this course.
Great course. This was very informative.
I've been in law enforcement for 9 years now, spending the last few as an investigator. What these Blue to Gold courses are teaching me is that LEOs should be getting far more training on the law and how it can work in their favor. It's taken me this long to learn how to properly apply Miranda yet ensure that application does not destroy my investigation. Same goes for search and seizure. LEOs should be just as up to speed on case law as our DAs. This was a great course!
Very useful info. I love that you have an explanation of the video or summary below. Helps get. A better understanding of information.
Amazing course. The instructor provides many details over subjects that are routine in everyday law enforcement and should be considered "Basic knowledge." but explains each topic in ways that help officers actually understand the legal reasons why they can/can't do something.
This course really enlightened me and I learned a lot of small tidbits that will help me out on the streets.
Good Class
Very thorough and a great course both for review for senior officers and getting the basics for those just starting out.
Awesome class. Well prepared now to build good cases for prosecution.
As a newer officer, this lesson answered many questions for me. Some of the information given (with case law to support) even corrects what some of my senior officers have told me is illegal (not against policy, but illegal). I would HIGHLY recommend this class to any offclicer - new, through Admin.
This training opened my eye and was awesome!
This 8-hour class is amazing. It is broken down into different lessons and each lesson was very informative and included case law, video break-downs/discussions and real-life scenarios. This class also has assessments after the lessons to keep the learner engaged in the class. This class is very informative and all encompassing on topics like, single purpose container doctrine, collective knowledge doctrine, how to improve your undercover investigations, use of CI's, and much more!
Excellent coverage of subject matters especially breaking down into easily understandable terminology and concepts. Will for sure be doing more on demand courses in the future.
Had a ton of insightful and though provoking material. A must take course
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.
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.
Advanced Criminal Investigations Great class. It’s both an excellent review and has contemporary topics. They keep things simple and easy to remember
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!
Advanced criminal investigation class, great class learned lots of new information
Class Advanced Criminal invest stow 4/10/24 great information about different situations I have found myself in and have heard about in my first year on the road.
Good tactics are vital to law enforcement officers in their efforts to keep our communities safe, but they are just the beginning. This course will provide officers with a greater understanding of use of force case law, allowing them to more effectively recognize the legally-significant factors present when responding to resistance. After taking this class, attendees will also better comprehend the impact of stress on human performance, and both the value and limitations of body-worn cameras. Whether you are a patrol officer, a detective, a supervisor, a prosecutor, or part of your agency's leadership, understanding the legal realities of use of force is integral to modern policing. A superior knowledge of the law will reduce use of force incidents and decrease liability for your agency, empowering officers to provide the highest level of service to their citizenry.
Great Class offering different perspectives on understanding & articulation of Use of Force legal concepts
Hands down one of the best Use of Force classes I've ever attended. This class provided much-needed knowledge for any law enforcement officer, regardless of their rank or experience level. John was engaging, well-informed, and brought a wealth of practical insight to the table. I walked away with a stronger understanding of case law, decision-making under pressure, and how to articulate actions clearly and confidently. I definitely suggest this class to everyone in law enforcement—it's an investment in both your safety and your career.
From start to finish this class is full of great information. The importance for officers to know this information on use of force is invaluable and I would recommend the class be taken by every officer. John does a great job teaching and presenting the topic.
The instructor was knowledgeable and engaging The how of the class was spot on
Great reminder of the fundamentals of our authority.
Instructor was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Kept the class engaged and presented information that was easy to understand and relevant to current trends in law enforcement.
Great class, highly recommend. Lots of necessary knowledge to protect yourself and others.
Absolutely would recommend to take! Goes over a lot of case laws and scenarios pertaining around them!
Only doing this review for my certificate
Great Class!
Great course. We should all review this topic every year.
Awesome class! Vital to know you can do to survive.
Great class. Very valuable and pertinent information was shared. Instructor is very knowledgeable on the topic and had a great way of teaching the subject.
Great class full of up to date information and case laws
I found the class very informative and educational on the use of force case law! I would definitely recommend any type of law enforcement to participate in this training!
Class was filled with information!! John is a master of his craft and does a great job.
Course was excellent. Instructor was engaging. Enthusiastic, and confident.
Excellent course. This should be a requirement for every new and veteran officer when it comes to use of force.
Really great content delivered in an engaging way.
Excellent course with a lot of pertinent case law and other information.
I enjoyed the class and found it interesting how different laws can assist law enforcement officers while on patrol.
Great training at a great time.. Can’t beat the visuals and videos used for training.
Very thorough review of federal standard for UoF and applicable case studies. I think a CA-specific version of this class would be better for me since our state law conflicts with some of the training points. Specifically, we are encouraged state wide to slow things down and seek alternatives to force where feasible. Overall good information and I look forward to a CA specific iteration.
Great training and John keeps this interesting. This is the first full day webinar I've had and I honestly was not sure how it would go, but it is engaging and informative for patrol up to top administrators. Very worthwhile.
Thank you, John for the awesome amazing content on use of force application. Learned a lot of real world thought process on use of force situations and scenarios. Also, thank you to Mrs. Martin for recommending this training and getting us set up for it.
This was a great class, a lot of great info to add to your tool box.
Excellent training class on response to resistance. Helps reinforce confidence to defend the public.
Great class! I've taken many online live classes and this was the first that did not bore me. Always a great time taking a class with John.
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!!!
J.B
California
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