Dying to Fit In - Investigating Criminal Acts of Hazing

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Description

The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) is pleased to host a one-day intensive training entitled “Dying to Fit In – Investigating Criminal Acts of Hazing.” This training is intended to be a comprehensive course in investigating hazing related assaults and homicides. The course covers the initial investigation of a hazing incident through trial. A case study is used throughout the course to illustrate investigative procedures and trial considerations. Topics covered include securing the scene(s), handling of witnesses, working with families, gathering evidence from national sources, charging decisions and more.

Training topics will include:

• Scene Investigation
   
• Developing Critical Evidence
   
• Witness Investigation
   
• Working with the Victim/Victim’s Family
   
• Building the Best Case for Trial
   
• Other Considerations

Who Should Attend?

This one-day intensive training class is designed for campus police and security personnel, municipal law enforcement, investigators, and prosecutors.

Partial In-service Credit

Partial In-service Credit for law enforcement officers is available.

Travel, Lodging, and Meals

Transportation, lodging, and meals are the responsibility of the participant.

Training Time and Details

Registration begins at 8:00 am
Training begins at 8:30 am and concludes at 4:30 pm

Cost and Registration

There is no fee for this training.  Pre-registration is required.

Please note that the DCJS registration system does not have the capacity to sort eligible from ineligible registrants. Therefore, anyone who registers will receive a confirmation. It is the responsibility of the DCJS assigned course director to review the roster and make a final determination on acceptance into the course. Registrants not accepted will be notified via the email address provided during registration.