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Upcoming Courses

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Napa County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Thursday, February 12, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Contra Costa County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Contra Costa County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Transfer Hearings and Probation

Riverside County

This course explores the evolution of the WIC 707 Transfer Hearing and the essential role of the Transfer Hearing Report. Participants will review legal transfer criteria, practice drafting transfer reports that include behavioral patterns, social history, and victim input, and evaluate these factors to make informed recommendations for or against transfer.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile Legal Update

Virtual

This course takes a vibrant, up-to-date approach to legal update training, equipping staff and administrators with the latest legislative enactments and case law decisions that impact probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret new laws and legal rulings
– Understand their implications for field operations
– Apply legal updates effectively and confidently in daily practice

This course ensures professionals remain informed, compliant, and prepared to adapt to the evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, February 19, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Thursday, February 19, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Breathe, Think, Testify

Solano County

This course introduces staff to proper courtroom decorum and procedures in both criminal and civil cases. Participants will gain an understanding of courtroom structure, relevant rules of evidence, and the expectations placed on officers when appearing in court.

The course includes:
– Overview of courtroom procedures
– Applicable rules of evidence
– Best practices for reviewing reports and preparing to testify
– Interactive role-play scenarios to practice testimony skills

Designed to build confidence and professionalism, this training equips officers with the tools needed to deliver clear, credible, and effective courtroom testimony.

Friday, February 20, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

San Mateo County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

POBR

San Mateo County

This course is designed for staff to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Public Safety Officer Procedural Bill of Rights (POBRs).

Participants will be introduced to key legal statutes and recent case law impacting non/peace officer classifications. The course will cover procedural requirements and best practices for applying POBR protections within their agency.

Key topics include:
– Legal foundations and updates related to POBR
– Interview preparation and protocol
– Miranda and Lybarger admonishments
– Interviewer demeanor and procedural considerations

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to navigate POBR-related processes confidently and in compliance with the law.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – (1:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

San Mateo County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, February 26, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Monday, March 2, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile/Adult Legal Update

Alameda County

This engaging course provides staff and administrators with the latest updates on legislative enactments and case law affecting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Officers will learn to interpret recent legal changes and apply them effectively in real-world field operations, ensuring informed and legally sound decision-making

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Transfer Hearings and Probation

Alameda County

This course explores the evolution of the WIC 707 Transfer Hearing and the essential role of the Transfer Hearing Report. Participants will review legal transfer criteria, practice drafting transfer reports that include behavioral patterns, social history, and victim input, and evaluate these factors to make informed recommendations for or against transfer.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

I Can Be Sued for What?

San Mateo County

With the rise in litigation against public agencies, accountability, transparency, and effective training are more important than ever. This course equips probation staff with the legal knowledge and decision-making skills necessary to minimize liability in the field.

Participants will be familiarized with:
– State and federal laws relevant to liability
– The litigation process
– Differences between civil and criminal liability
– Legal immunities
– Deliberate indifference versus bystander liability scenarios

Officers will engage in active learning, applying practical and legally sound solutions to real-world liability situations.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – (1:00pm – 5:00pm)

POBR

San Mateo County

This course is designed for staff to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Public Safety Officer Procedural Bill of Rights (POBRs).

Participants will be introduced to key legal statutes and recent case law impacting non/peace officer classifications. The course will cover procedural requirements and best practices for applying POBR protections within their agency.

Key topics include:
– Legal foundations and updates related to POBR
– Interview preparation and protocol
– Miranda and Lybarger admonishments
– Interviewer demeanor and procedural considerations

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to navigate POBR-related processes confidently and in compliance with the law.

Thursday, March 5, 2026 – (1:00pm – 5:00pm)

I Can Be Sued for What?

San Mateo County

With the rise in litigation against public agencies, accountability, transparency, and effective training are more important than ever. This course equips probation staff with the legal knowledge and decision-making skills necessary to minimize liability in the field.

Participants will be familiarized with:
– State and federal laws relevant to liability
– The litigation process
– Differences between civil and criminal liability
– Legal immunities
– Deliberate indifference versus bystander liability scenarios

Officers will engage in active learning, applying practical and legally sound solutions to real-world liability situations.

Thursday, March 5, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

San Mateo County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, March 5, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Breathe, Think, Testify

Alameda County

This course introduces staff to proper courtroom decorum and procedures in both criminal and civil cases. Participants will gain an understanding of courtroom structure, relevant rules of evidence, and the expectations placed on officers when appearing in court.

The course includes:
– Overview of courtroom procedures
– Applicable rules of evidence
– Best practices for reviewing reports and preparing to testify
– Interactive role-play scenarios to practice testimony skills

Designed to build confidence and professionalism, this training equips officers with the tools needed to deliver clear, credible, and effective courtroom testimony.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

Virtual

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Great Paper, Less Headaches

San Joaquin County

This 8-hour course emphasizes the importance of clear, concise, and effective writing in official documentation, ensuring reports accurately communicate for future audiences.

Participants will learn best practices related to:
– Template and heading usage
– Use of content keywords
– Thorough and descriptive event documentation
– Proofreading techniques

Attendees will practice drafting probation-specific reports and receive constructive feedback from peers and instructors. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to produce policy-compliant reports that reduce liability and enhance accountability.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile Legal Update

Virtual

This course takes a vibrant, up-to-date approach to legal update training, equipping staff and administrators with the latest legislative enactments and case law decisions that impact probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret new laws and legal rulings
– Understand their implications for field operations
– Apply legal updates effectively and confidently in daily practice

This course ensures professionals remain informed, compliant, and prepared to adapt to the evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, March 12, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

Riverside County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, March 12, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Secure Track Offenders – Sophistication, Operations, Safety

San Joaquin County

Secure Track Offenders have arrived! Per recent legislation, this population is subject to a series of rehabilitative mandates while housed at local facilities. Recent legislation, however, does not address the ongoing safety concerns these offenders present to local probation department personnel. This course will introduce facilities staff to the following topics: officer/facilities safety, offender sophistication considerations, staff manipulation, contraband, communication, and peer-victimization tactics, and best-practice recommendations for effective supervision of this population. Content comes from custody personnel and past/recent offender populations.
Additional services include: facilities safety needs assessment, critical incident response review/recommendations, and force options training. There is a 4-hour virtual and 8-hour in-person version of this course.

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Field Contacts – Law, Policy, and Strategies

San Mateo County

This two-day course provides an update on search and seizure laws and emphasizes best practices for managing field contacts through interactive officer role-play.

Day 1 covers:
– Updates on California and federal search and seizure laws
– Differentiating ‘typical’ versus crime-in-progress contacts for probation officers
– Mutual aid and support considerations
– Mental health awareness and de-escalation techniques
– Use of force principles: “reasonable” vs. “necessary” force

Day 2 offers practical application, where officers engage in various field contact scenarios in a controlled setting, followed by comprehensive debriefings and group discussions.

Note: This course is also available in a one-day format.

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Platform, Efficiency, Proficiency (PEP)

Solano County

This course introduces participants to PEP, a practical decision-making model designed for law enforcement officers to enhance consistency, accountability, and performance across their organization.
Platform: Understanding the applicable laws and policies that govern the situation at hand.
Efficiency: Applying best practices and department expectations to manage the situation effectively.
Proficiency: Conducting thoughtful debriefs to evaluate what went well, identify areas for improvement, and continuously strengthen Platform and Efficiency across the organization.
By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with a structured framework to support sound, mission-aligned decision-making in the field.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 – Wednesday, March 25, 2026 (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Field Contacts – Law, Policy, and Strategies

Napa County

This two-day course provides an update on search and seizure laws and emphasizes best practices for managing field contacts through interactive officer role-play.

Day 1 covers:
– Updates on California and federal search and seizure laws
– Differentiating ‘typical’ versus crime-in-progress contacts for probation officers
– Mutual aid and support considerations
– Mental health awareness and de-escalation techniques
– Use of force principles: “reasonable” vs. “necessary” force

Day 2 offers practical application, where officers engage in various field contact scenarios in a controlled setting, followed by comprehensive debriefings and group discussions.

Note: This course is also available in a one-day format.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 – (8:00am – 12:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

San Joaquin County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 – (1:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile Legal Update

San Joaquin County

This course takes a vibrant, up-to-date approach to legal update training, equipping staff and administrators with the latest legislative enactments and case law decisions that impact probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret new laws and legal rulings
– Understand their implications for field operations
– Apply legal updates effectively and confidently in daily practice

This course ensures professionals remain informed, compliant, and prepared to adapt to the evolving legal landscape.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Adult Legal Update

Kern County

This course offers a fresh, dynamic approach to legal update training, providing staff and administrators with the latest legislative changes and case law developments impacting probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Understand recent statutory and case law updates
– Interpret how these legal changes apply to daily operations
– Apply legal principles effectively and confidently in the field

Designed to be practical and relevant, this course ensures officers stay informed and legally compliant in an evolving legal landscape.

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 – Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Field Contacts – Law, Policy, and Strategies

Napa County

This two-day course provides an update on search and seizure laws and emphasizes best practices for managing field contacts through interactive officer role-play.

Day 1 covers:
– Updates on California and federal search and seizure laws
– Differentiating ‘typical’ versus crime-in-progress contacts for probation officers
– Mutual aid and support considerations
– Mental health awareness and de-escalation techniques
– Use of force principles: “reasonable” vs. “necessary” force

Day 2 offers practical application, where officers engage in various field contact scenarios in a controlled setting, followed by comprehensive debriefings and group discussions.

Note: This course is also available in a one-day format.

Thursday, April 9, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile Legal Update

Riverside County

This course takes a vibrant, up-to-date approach to legal update training, equipping staff and administrators with the latest legislative enactments and case law decisions that impact probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret new laws and legal rulings
– Understand their implications for field operations
– Apply legal updates effectively and confidently in daily practice

This course ensures professionals remain informed, compliant, and prepared to adapt to the evolving legal landscape.

Thursday, April 16, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

“Juveniles” in Custody – Sophistication, Operations, Safety

Riverside County

Under and over 18-year-old officers have arrived to facilities. While rehabilitative programming is the mandate for all “juvenile” offenders, ongoing safety concerns for probation staff remain unaddressed.

This course equips facilities personnel with knowledge and strategies to manage these offenders effectively, covering:
– Officer and facility safety
– Offender sophistication and manipulation tactics
– Contraband issues
– Communication challenges
– Peer-victimization dynamics
– Best practices for supervision based on insights from custody staff and offender populations

Additional services include facilities safety assessments, critical incident response evaluations, and force options training.

This course is offered in both a 4-hour virtual and 8-hour in-person format.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

“Juveniles” in Custody – Sophistication, Operations, Safety

San Diego County

Under and over 18-year-old officers have arrived to facilities. While rehabilitative programming is the mandate for all “juvenile” offenders, ongoing safety concerns for probation staff remain unaddressed.

This course equips facilities personnel with knowledge and strategies to manage these offenders effectively, covering:
– Officer and facility safety
– Offender sophistication and manipulation tactics
– Contraband issues
– Communication challenges
– Peer-victimization dynamics
– Best practices for supervision based on insights from custody staff and offender populations

Additional services include facilities safety assessments, critical incident response evaluations, and force options training.

This course is offered in both a 4-hour virtual and 8-hour in-person format.

Thursday, April 23, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

“Juveniles” in Custody – Sophistication, Operations, Safety

Riverside County

Under and over 18-year-old officers have arrived to facilities. While rehabilitative programming is the mandate for all “juvenile” offenders, ongoing safety concerns for probation staff remain unaddressed.

This course equips facilities personnel with knowledge and strategies to manage these offenders effectively, covering:
– Officer and facility safety
– Offender sophistication and manipulation tactics
– Contraband issues
– Communication challenges
– Peer-victimization dynamics
– Best practices for supervision based on insights from custody staff and offender populations

Additional services include facilities safety assessments, critical incident response evaluations, and force options training.

This course is offered in both a 4-hour virtual and 8-hour in-person format.

Monday, April 27, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Ethics – Heart & Brain Strategies

Solano County

In this course, we explore the complex relationship of the heart (emotional dimension) and the brain (moral reasoning) and how they influence our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors.

It aims to enhance awareness of ethical issues and equip staff with the knowledge and skills to make morally sound decisions in various situations. Ethical theories, moral principles, and department policies are examined, followed by real-life scenarios that have occurred in the field of probation in which participants will engage in practical application exercises.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Ethics – Heart & Brain Strategies

Solano County

In this course, we explore the complex relationship of the heart (emotional dimension) and the brain (moral reasoning) and how they influence our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors.

It aims to enhance awareness of ethical issues and equip staff with the knowledge and skills to make morally sound decisions in various situations. Ethical theories, moral principles, and department policies are examined, followed by real-life scenarios that have occurred in the field of probation in which participants will engage in practical application exercises.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Ethics – Heart & Brain Strategies

Solano County

In this course, we explore the complex relationship of the heart (emotional dimension) and the brain (moral reasoning) and how they influence our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors.

It aims to enhance awareness of ethical issues and equip staff with the knowledge and skills to make morally sound decisions in various situations. Ethical theories, moral principles, and department policies are examined, followed by real-life scenarios that have occurred in the field of probation in which participants will engage in practical application exercises.

Thursday, April 30, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Ethics – Heart & Brain Strategies

Solano County

In this course, we explore the complex relationship of the heart (emotional dimension) and the brain (moral reasoning) and how they influence our thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors.

It aims to enhance awareness of ethical issues and equip staff with the knowledge and skills to make morally sound decisions in various situations. Ethical theories, moral principles, and department policies are examined, followed by real-life scenarios that have occurred in the field of probation in which participants will engage in practical application exercises.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

“Juveniles” in Custody – Sophistication, Operations, Safety

Riverside County

Under and over 18-year-old officers have arrived to facilities. While rehabilitative programming is the mandate for all “juvenile” offenders, ongoing safety concerns for probation staff remain unaddressed.

This course equips facilities personnel with knowledge and strategies to manage these offenders effectively, covering:
– Officer and facility safety
– Offender sophistication and manipulation tactics
– Contraband issues
– Communication challenges
– Peer-victimization dynamics
– Best practices for supervision based on insights from custody staff and offender populations

Additional services include facilities safety assessments, critical incident response evaluations, and force options training.

This course is offered in both a 4-hour virtual and 8-hour in-person format.

Monday, May 11, 2026 – Friday, May 22, 2026 (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Supervisor Leadership Program

San Bernardino County

This 80-hour program is designed for first-line supervisors. Participants will learn about formal and informal supervisory responsibilities, practical strategies to enhance supervisory skills, effective personnel management including progressive discipline, direct and vicarious liability, and key leadership principles that foster employee engagement and support the agency’s mission.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Great Paper, Less Headaches

Stanislaus County

This 8-hour course emphasizes the importance of clear, concise, and effective writing in official documentation, ensuring reports accurately communicate for future audiences.

Participants will learn best practices related to:
– Template and heading usage
– Use of content keywords
– Thorough and descriptive event documentation
– Proofreading techniques

Attendees will practice drafting probation-specific reports and receive constructive feedback from peers and instructors. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to produce policy-compliant reports that reduce liability and enhance accountability.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – (9:00am – 11:00am)

Immigration Enforcement & SB 54

Virtual

This course provides officers with a comprehensive overview of federal immigration law and the specific mandates that apply to California peace officers.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret the latest statutes and federal/state court decisions related to immigration enforcement
– Understand agency collaboration requirements and assess potential officer and agency liability
– Apply policy-driven approaches to real-world immigration scenarios through interactive exercises, debriefings, and group discussions

This training equips officers with the legal knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate the complex intersection of immigration law and law enforcement responsibilities in California.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Direct & Vicarious Supervisor Liability

Stanislaus County

This course provides participants with a comprehensive overview of federal and state court litigation processes relevant to supervisory roles.

Key topics include:
– Direct and vicarious supervisor liability (e.g., negligent hiring, failure to train, improper entrustment, improper assignment, failure to supervise, failure to discipline, and failure to direct)
– Legal immunities and defenses available to supervisors
– Federal and state employee protections
– Best practice recommendations to minimize criminal and civil liability in supervisory duties

This training equips supervisors with the knowledge and tools to effectively manage legal risks while fulfilling their leadership responsibilities.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Hotels, Motels, and Human Trafficking

Stanislaus County

Taught by a lead human trafficking district attorney and regional task-force investigator, this course offers in-depth insights into trafficking activities within hotels/motels, and provides a local/state/federal intelligence update to enhance awareness and operational effectiveness.

This specialized training is exclusively available to verified peace officers and support personnel involved in human trafficking enforcement.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Probation Contacts and Liability

Orange County

This course provides participants with a search and seizure case law update on probation contacts.

Key topics include:
– Relevant federal and state laws
– The complaint and litigation process
– Immunities and defenses
– Direct and vicarious liability
– Third-party detentions
– Performance management strategies

Through scenario-based discussions, participants will apply legally sound, policy-aligned approaches to managing probation contacts while minimizing personal and agency liability.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 – Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

Field Contacts – Law, Policy, and Strategies

San Mateo County

This two-day course provides an update on search and seizure laws and emphasizes best practices for managing field contacts through interactive officer role-play.

Day 1 covers:
– Updates on California and federal search and seizure laws
– Differentiating ‘typical’ versus crime-in-progress contacts for probation officers
– Mutual aid and support considerations
– Mental health awareness and de-escalation techniques
– Use of force principles: “reasonable” vs. “necessary” force

Day 2 offers practical application, where officers engage in various field contact scenarios in a controlled setting, followed by comprehensive debriefings and group discussions.

Note: This course is also available in a one-day format.

Friday, June 19, 2026 – (8:00pm – 5:00pm)

CA Mandates for Probation – Juvenile Legal Update

Kern County

This course takes a vibrant, up-to-date approach to legal update training, equipping staff and administrators with the latest legislative enactments and case law decisions that impact probation and other law enforcement agencies.

Participants will learn to:
– Interpret new laws and legal rulings
– Understand their implications for field operations
– Apply legal updates effectively and confidently in daily practice

This course ensures professionals remain informed, compliant, and prepared to adapt to the evolving legal landscape.

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