This is a comprehensive course that will take you step-by-step through the process of conducting professional and objective internal affairs investigations.
 
You will gain an understanding of police ethics, barriers that may hinder ethical behavior, and common types of police misconduct.  We will also guide you through the legal requirements surrounding internal affairs investigations.  From your department's policies and relevant administrative laws to the legal issues related to record keeping and the releasing of information to the media, you will gain in-depth information on the latest rulings and accepted procedures.
 
In addition, we will provide you with effective techniques to prepare for and conduct interviews of complainants, witnesses and accused officers.  Since many of these cases do not have tangible evidence, the successful resolution often depends upon the skills of the interviewer.
 
Topics include:
•  Police ethics
•  Policies, rules, standards, and procedures
•  Misconduct and discipline
•  Complaint processing
•  Preparing for and conducting interviews
•  Legal issues and case law
•  Special investigations
•  Record keeping requirements
•  I.A. and the media
•  Group projects and presentations

Audience:   Officers dedicated to internal affairs and professional compliance units, law enforcement administrators, human resource and city/county managers who oversee the personnel assigned to a law enforcement agency

Course length:  40 hours