Now you’re working drug cases and your boss wants you to get some informants. Where do they come from? How do you recruit informants? While informants can be the lifeblood of narcotic investigations, they are also one of the greatest dangers. Improper informant management can lead to dismissed cases, officer dismissals and even criminal charges against police. This 2-day advanced class give Narcotic Investigators the necessary tools to recruit and utilize informants to their full capacity. Instruction includes identifying informant motives, proper documentation, debriefing skills & techniques, with an emphasis on office liability and safety. Students will learn how to properly debrief and document informant interactions and court preparation. Practical exercises with students will highlight the importance of these skills.
The following blocks of instruction are included:
Informants vs. Sources of Information
Identifying Motivations
Informant Identification & Documentation
Case Development & Informant Roles
Informant Role in Undercover Investigations
Upon completion of this class, students will be able to:
Identify, recruit and manage confidential informants
Successfully initiate and develop drug investigations
Understand the liabilities associated with informant utilization
Understand the necessities of thorough and proper informant documentation
Attention Public Safety Personnel: For students registering for the first time in a Davidson-Davie Community College class that may be eligible for a fee waiver contact our registration office directly at (336) 224-4545 or email ceregistration@davidsondvie.edu and provide name, address, etc., class information and the public safety agency you are affiliated with.
Contact Info: Tad Kepley at Tad_Kepley@Davidsondavie.edu or 336-224-4793
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