Course
This scenario-based course provides detectives and investigators with modern investigative strategies, legal frameworks, and technology-driven tools for solving contemporary homicides. Participants will examine current clearance trends, explore advanced forensic and digital evidence applications, analyze suspect interview and interrogation law, and practice structured case management techniques that ensure trial readiness.

Emphasis is placed on practical application: initial response and crime scene management, coordination with prosecutors and forensic partners, the integration of CODIS, NIBIN, and digital data, and overcoming hurdles in cold cases. The course incorporates real-world case studies, peer collaboration, and legal updates to prepare investigators for the challenges of complex homicide cases in the 21st century.

Who Should Attend?
This class is designed for law enforcement officers at any stage in their career, including: detectives, agents, supervisors, and analysts. 

Experience or training in Domestic Terrorism or International Terrorism is not required.

Material Requirements
Students should bring a laptop with unfettered internet capabilities.

Matt Maxwell

Investigator Matt Maxwell is a law enforcement professional with 20 years of experience and is currently assigned as a District Attorney Investigator in a Major Crimes Unit in Southern California. In his current assignment, he conducts complex homicide investigations, coordinates investigative strategies with prosecutors, and assists in preparing major criminal cases for prosecution. Investigator Maxwell holds a Master of Science in Law Enforcement and Public Safety Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

Prior to joining the District Attorney’s Office, Investigator Maxwell served more than seven years as a Major Crimes Detective, investigating homicides, officer-involved shootings, robberies, gang-related violent crimes, and complex cold-case homicides. He has extensive experience in complex investigations, search warrants, digital and electronic evidence, undercover operations, and violent offender investigations. He has also testified as a narcotics, firearms, and Mexican Mafia prison gang expert. Earlier in his career, he served for three years as a Task Force Officer assigned to a state major narcotics task force, gaining extensive experience in complex narcotics investigations, surveillance operations, operational planning, confidential informant operations, and fugitive apprehension.

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Host: POLICE TECHNICAL

Location: Online Seminar 647 Ohio Street Online Seminar, 47807 Get Directions

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