Drug-Impaired Driving and Child Abuse Investigations

Course Description:

This course trains law enforcement officers to transform a basic drug-impaired driving investigation into a comprehensive felony-level child abuse case. Participants learn to assess the impact of parental substance abuse on children, capture and collect evidence of child endangerment, collaborate with allied agencies, and execute search warrants for evidence like hair follicle testing. The course also covers methods for conducting thorough roadside investigations, properly documenting observations, and engaging support services to ensure child safety. Officers are guided through each phase to build stronger cases leading to successful prosecution and lasting child protection.

Recommended Learners:

LEO
DRE
Toxicologist
Attorney

Taylor Samek

Sgt. Samek is a ten-year veteran to law enforcement and is currently assigned as night shift supervisor at the York County Sheriff’s Office in York, NE. In conjunction with his supervision duties, Sgt. Samek currently oversees the field training program, police service dog unit, and serves as the training coordinator for his agency. Sgt. Samek is a certified Drug Recognition Expert Instructor, Canine Handler, and SFST Instructor in the State of Nebraska... See full bio.

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