Dark Web Investigations for Patrol & Investigators
8 Hours
For many in law enforcement, the mere mention of the dark web carries a stigma. Many believe it cannot be investigated and that the likelihood of ever encountering a case with a dark-web nexus is very low. Nothing could be further from the truth.
This 8-hour class is designed for both first responders/patrol officers and investigators. It equips participants to recognize cases that may have a nexus to the dark web and to take appropriate next steps—whether the offense involves drugs, fraud, or child exploitation material. Criminal actors are already operating in your jurisdiction on the dark web, often assuming law enforcement will never detect them.
Attendees will gain a fundamental understanding of the different dark nets that make up the dark web. The course covers case studies, techniques for establishing an undercover presence on various darknets, cryptocurrency fundamentals, best investigative practices, and methods for identifying actors on the clear/open web from their dark-net activity.
Extremists, Conspiracies & Sovereign Citizens
8 Hours
Extremists, Conspiracies & Sovereign Citizens provides law enforcement professionals with a practical understanding of the extremist ideologies, anti-government movements, conspiracy-driven beliefs, and sovereign citizen encounters officers may face in today’s policing environment.
Instructed by Keven Hendricks, this 8-hour course examines how these movements develop, how they present in the real world, and the behaviors and warning signs officers should recognize. Using real-world incidents and case studies, attendees will explore encounters ranging from traffic stops and calls for service to public demonstrations, criminal investigations, online activity, and potential threats of violence.
The course is designed to help officers recognize what they are encountering, understand the ideology or motivation behind the behavior, and approach these situations with greater awareness and preparation.
Relevant for patrol officers, investigators, supervisors, school resource officers, intelligence personnel, and command staff, this course gives agencies actionable knowledge they can bring back to the street.