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POLICE MATRON & HOLDING FACILITY TRAINING
One of the most significant liability risks of a law enforcement agency is the care and custody of prisoners. This course is designed to ensure that police matrons are fully aware of their responsibilities and requirements. The following
topics will be covered:
* Reducing Liability & Suicide Prevention
* Prisoners Rights
* Strip search and body cavity search requirements and limitations
* Proper Search Techniques
* Prisoner watch & Suicide Prevention
* Medical requirements
* Dealing with Juveniles
* Protective Custody laws
* Providing proper care and security
* Police Matron Law
* And many other important topics
September 23, 2019 at the Braintree Police Department
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PUBLIC RECORDS LAW
911 Approved
Everything you need to know about releasing and withholding public records and CORI information.
We make it is easy to understand this complex area of law. Make sure you attend this course!
Who Should Attend?
- All Civilian Records Personnel
- Public Safety Dispatchers
- Sworn Records Personnel
- Supervisors and Managers
- Anyone who may handle any type of records request
This course will cover the following topics:
- What you must release
- What Information can be withheld
- What Information MUST be withheld
- Time Requirements
- Proper fees
- CORI Protected Information
- Penalties for violation of the law
- General Overview of the Public Records Laws
- Special Circumstances...and many other important topics!
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□ Sept. 25, 2019 at the Lowell Police Training Center
□ Oct. 8, 2019 at the Burlington Police Dept.
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LEGAL ASPECTS FOR POLICE SUPERVISORS
Unlawful detentions, unlawful arrests, improper searches and similar police actions can lead to evidence suppression, civil liability and in some cases criminal liability. First line supervisors and police managers
must have a clear, solid understanding of these aspects to ensure that their officers are complying with complex legal protections and restrictions. This course is designed to ensure that police supervisor and managers are well prepared to monitor and train
their officers to ensure that critical legal aspects are understood and followed.
September 26, 2019 - at the
Lowell Police Training Center - 99 Middlesex Rd @ 8:30 AM
October 31, 2019 - at the Lowell Police Training Center - 99 Middlesex Rd @ 8:30 AM
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MOTOR VEHICLE LAW & ENFORCEMENT
This is a must for all traffic officers and patrol officers expected to frequently address traffic related offenses. A thorough review of all of the commonly confused areas of motor vehicle law: foreign operators, junior operators, OUI, texting offenses,
impeded operation, immediate threats, exit orders, motor vehicle searches and many more important motor vehicle related issues.
November 18, 2019 8:30AM to 2:00 PM - Yarmouth Police Department
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CRIMINAL LAW & PROCEDURE FOR 911 CALL-TAKERS -
911 Approved
This two-day course (16 hours) is designed to give the student a thorough knowledge of criminal law & procedure with an emphasis on how these issues are impacted by the 911 Call Taker. This course is highly recommended for
sworn 911 call takers. It is also recommended for civilian dispatchers who have attended our one day 911 Call Takers Legal Issues course and want to expand their knowledge in the areas of criminal law and criminal procedure. Although students are encouraged
to attend both days, it is not required as each day can serve as a stand-alone course.
16 Hour Course
□ October 15 & 16, 2019 at Boston Police Headquarters 4PM
□ October 21 & 22, 2019 at Boston Police Headquarters 4PM
□ October 26 & 27, 2019 at Boston Police Headquarters 8AM
□ April 16 & 17, 2020 at the Natick Police Department 8:30 AM
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POLICE K9 LAW
The utilization of canines for police patrol and criminal investigations can be significantly beneficial; but it is vital that canine handlers and supervisors understand the legal limitations and liabilities involved. This course will thoroughly explain
the various legal aspects regarding the use of canines to conducts searches, detentions and in use-of-force situations. This is a must attend course for every canine handler.
Hanrahan Consulting, LLC has quickly become the premiere legal trainer for Massachusetts Police Officers and Supervisors. Complicated legal matters instructed in an easy to understand manner with practical real life examples.
September 25, 2019 at The Lowell Police Training Center
1pm-4pm
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DYNAMICS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE - 911 Approved
A complete overview of domestic violence including contributing factors, law enforcement intervention, available resources, call-taker protocols, the Executive Office of Public Safety's recommended
protocol and a thorough review of the most recent changes to the domestic violence laws. 8 Hour Course Approved by State 911.
November 13, 2019 at the Natick Police Department
Instructed by: Attorney Justin Hanrahan
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HANDLING MENTAL HEALTH, COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT & SUBSTANCE ABUSE CALLS
911 Approved
The number of mental health related calls is on the rise. Substance abuse, particularly the current heroin epidemic, poses special challenges for first responders. 911 Call-takers need to be familiar with
a wide variety of mental health disorders, cognitive impairments and substance abuse disorders, the appropriate types of responses, available resources, and the legal aspects of responding to these sensitive types of calls. This eight-hour course is designed
to ensure that 911 call-takers are knowledgeable and prepared on how to best handle these types of sensitive, and potentially dangerous, calls.
February 5, 2020 at the Groveland Police Dept. starting at 8:30AM
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DISPATCH LEGAL ISSUES
911 APPROVED
This course covers the essential legal issues effecting dispatching in Massachusetts, from how the dispatcher effects the legal outcome of a criminal case, to criminal laws effecting dispatching,
to liability and public record and CORI issues.
How the call-taker effects Criminal Cases
- Establishing probable cause
- The two-pronged Aguillar-Spinelli test
- Sufficient descriptions
- Jurisdictional Issues
- Admissibility of statements
- The First Complaint Rule
Criminal Statutes & Laws that Call-Takers should be familiar with:
- False calls to 911
- Public Record & CORI issues
- Missing Person requirements
- ID fraud - can reported in any county associated with victim/money
- Other relevant laws
Civil Liability Issues:
- 911 Calls
- Medical Emergencies
- Missing Children
- Properly obtaining and confirming addresses
- Rudeness and un-professionalism
- Review and discussion of actual 911 calls
- Public Record and CORI Issues
November 12, 2019 - at the Waltham 911 Center @ 7:00 AM
November 18, 2019 - at the Waltham 911 Center @ 3:00 PM November 19, 2019 - at the Waltham 911 Center @ 3:00 PM February 20, 2020 - at the Natick Police Department @ 8:30 AM
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DANGEROUS DRIVING CALLS FOR 911 -
911 Approved
Calls for erratic operators, drunk drivers, suspicious vehicles and similar calls involving motor vehicles are commonplace in every communications center. The information obtained by the 911 call-taker
can, and often does, have a significant impact on the handling and outcome of these calls. This course is designed to ensure that the 911 call-taker is knowledgeable and prepared to obtain and dispatch the necessary information to ensure a successful resolution
to a wide variety of dangerous driver calls.
October 25, 2019 8:30 A.M. at the Natick Police Department May 4, 2020 8:30 A.M. at the Natick Police Department
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UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO TERRORISM
911 Approved Course
Terror related attacks are becoming commonplace and first responders, including 911 Call-takers, must be familiar and prepared with the risks, causes, and nature of the various terrorist related activities and attacks
that have occurred and that are likely to occur. This 8 hour course will prepare to better handle terror related emergencies.
October 7, 2019 at the Natick Police Department
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MISSING PERSONS
911 Approved
This is designed for 911 call-takers and other first responders. The course will train these professionals on the techniques and legal requirements pertaining to missing person reports. The
initial report often plays a vital role in rapidly and successfully locating a missing person, from children to adults to seniors and those with special needs. The 911 call-taker often plays a vital role in quickly locating missing people. A variety of legal
requirements and tactics exist that every 911 call-taker and first responder should know. AMBER Alert, SILVER Alert...this course covers it all. 8 Hour Course Approved by State 911.
November 19, 2019 at the Natick Police Department
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CRIMINAL LAW & PROCEDURE REVIEW and UPDATE
The ABSOLUTE BEST Massachusetts Law Class. Ensure that your officers have a solid understanding of Massachusetts criminal law & procedure! This course not only covers the latest legal changes but also ensures that your officers have a solid understanding
of the critical concepts of criminal procedure and criminal law. This course WILL increases the officer's knowledge and ability. This course is unmatched.
Instructed by a seasoned police officer who is also an attorney; the law is instructed in a practical, easy to understand way.
Every police officer and supervisor should attend this course.
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JUVENILE LAW COURSE
Juvenile suspects are often provided special precautions in regards to constitutional protections. Likewise juvenile victims are often provided special protections. Police officers must be well versed with these protections. This course will cover it
all. It is a must for all SRO's and juvenile officers as well as all law enforcement personnel who often deal with juveniles.
- New Juvenile Delinquent changes
- Juvenile rights and precautions
- Questioning juveniles
- Juvenile detention restrictions
- Child Requiring Assistance laws
- Crimes against children
- Mandatory reporting laws & rules
- Alcohol, Drugs and Tobacco restrictions
- Many other important topics
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EFFECTIVE REPORT WRITING
The written report is often the foundation of all criminal cases, yet it is often the most neglected part of the investigation. This course is designed to emphasize the importance that police reports have on criminal and civil legal action, improve officer
report writing and instruct the student how to apply what happens in the field to the report.
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DRUG INVESTIGATIONS
LEGAL ISSUES
A complete explanation of some of the complex aspects of illicit drug investigations: addressing street level transactions, nexus development, utilizing informants, search warrants development and execution, cell phone and GPS monitoring as well as a thorough
overview of some of the more commonly encountered drug offenses. The marijuana law will also be thoroughly covered.
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DETECTIVE LEGAL UPDATE
Give your investigators the knowledge and tools that they need to successfully investigate and prosecute serious crimes within your jurisdiction. Search warrants, search warrants exceptions, all aspects of interview and interrogation as well as some of
the more common felonies will be thoroughly reviewed.
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POLICE LEGAL UPDATE
COMPLETE BREAKDOWN OF THE NEW CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM BILL! The
"Red Flag" Law and the Critical JV changes,
THIS IS THE BEST LAW COURSE AVAILABLE FOR MASSACHUSETTS POLICE OFFICERS - PERIOD!
- The 2018 Criminal Justice Reform Act
- Red Flag Law
- Juvenile Delinquent Changes
- and everything every cop needs to know
This course not only covers the latest legal changes but also refreshes the student on the basic concepts of criminal procedure and criminal law, and increases the officer's knowledge and ability. This course is unmatched.
Instructed by a seasoned police officer who is also an attorney; the law is instructed in a practical, easy to understand way. Every police officer and supervisor should attend this course.
Instructed by a seasoned police officer who is also an attorney; the law is instructed in a practical, easy to understand way. Every police officer and supervisor should attend this course.
We can also customize this course to the needs of your agency.
Contact us to host this course.
Instructed by: Attorney Justin Hanrahan
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OUI LEGAL CLINIC
OUI offenses are some of the most difficult offenses to prosecute. This class is intended for the officer working the street and those who supervise them. All of the most vital areas of the OUI laws will be thoroughly explained from the perspective of
a working police supervisor and a knowledgeable attorney. Training is the key to departmental success!
Some of the topics covered:
- OUI indicators & legal justification for the stop
- Arrestee Rights
- OUI Drugs
- Critical OUI Elements
- Breathalyzer Issues
- Jurisdiction Issues
- Anonymous Reports
- Suspensions & Penalties
- Vehicle Requirements and Specialized vehicles
- Sobriety Checkpoints
- Court Testimony & Trial Issues
- And many other important areas
Instructed by: Attorney Justin Hanrahan, recipient of the MADD Officer of the Year Award.
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The below courses are designed for promotional exam Prep
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ASSESSMENT CENTER PEP COURSE
Prepare for an Assessment Center or Oral Panel exam with the best. The most comprehensive class available. Covers all aspects, from how your exam is designed through what you should expect on exam day, detailing best practices and common pitfalls to improve
your performance. Master the exam concepts so your best self can shine through on exam day. Some agencies are moving to this type of testing - don't get left behind.
Instructor: Loren Fitzgibbons
Date: October 26, 2019 9AM to 1PM
Location: Westford Regency, exit 32 off of route 495 in Westford, MA
Start time: 9:00AM to 1:00PM
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The 4 Day Law Course
The Law Questions on the Exam these past few years have had the biggest impact on the overall score. The law questions were deemed by most to be among the most difficult questions. To address this we have created a 4 Day Law Class - One Topic Thoroughly
Covered Each Day. The new 2018 CJ Reform Act will be thoroughly covered as well.
- September 17, 2019- Criminal Procedure
- September 18, 2019 - Criminal Law
- September 19, 2019 - Motor Vehicle Law
- September 20, 2019- Juvenile Law (early day)
Location: Westford Regency & Conference Center
Discounts available to Fast Pass customers and those attended our 2-Day Legal Clinic.
Dates and Locations subject to change.
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