This Basic Evidence Technician training is based on the Wisconsin State Crime Laboratory's Physical Evidence Handbook. This is a hands-on course that covers the latest development and recovery techniques in evidence identification, documentation, preservation and collection, both at the scene and in the laboratory environment. This highly-regarded workshop is designed for all levels of law enforcement personnel.
Current techniques and tactics associated with basic narcotic investigations
___________________________________________________________________________ Drug Update
This presentation will focus on methamphetamine and other drugs of abuse including cocaine/crack, marijuana, ecstasy, LSD, GHB, heroin and other drugs; where they come from and what they do to the body and brain. We will review the binge cycle of methamphetamine and cocaine and the different stages (high paranoia, hallucinations, “crank bugs” and crash); how it is packaged and sold and signs of influence. The program consists of a very graphic and powerful PowerPoint presentation consisting of pictures, graphs and videos.
This course will be taught by FBI staff and will focus on interview and interrogation topics including: Characteristics of Liars, Defense Mechanisms Used by Liars, Bait Questions, Direct Confrontation, Transition Period, and Convincing Arguments to Fit the Crimes and Suspects, Signs of Submission, Double Edged Questions, Stages of Confession, Signed Statements
___________________________________________________________________________ Jailer Training
This training is mandated by state statute for new jail personnel. The course consists of 14 major units of instruction: introduction, maintain jail security, admit inmates to custody, prepare reports, supervise inmates, supervise special inmates, supervise juvenile inmates, apply correctional law, discipline inmates, jail health care, jail fire safety, jail cleanliness, sanitation/food service, manage personal stress, release inmates from custody. The course is four weeks/160 hours of intensive instruction. Special Requirements for civilian applicants: (1) possess high school diploma or equivalent; (2) pass qualifying medical exam within six months prior to training; (3) submit completed Jail Officer Training application packet; (4) successfully complete jail officer interview. For more information or to request an application packet, please contact (715) 855-7521.
This course focuses on the tactical aspects of investigations. Through classroom presentation and practical application, students will be taught concepts involving intelligence gathering; threat analysis and risk assessment; warrant planning; methods of executing a search warrant including individual and team movements; vehicle take downs; and undercover extractions.