Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Services Council

Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Blacksburg)
2025-10-20 | –, Blacksburg, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors, “Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals for Prosecutors,” designed for prosecutors of all levels who want to learn the basics or refresh their knowledge. This one-day training will take place on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the Blacksburg Police Department, 200 Clay Street SE, Blacksburg, VA 24060.
CASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Asset Forfeiture: Law and Procedure
2025-10-23 | –, Staunton, VA
This program is designed for prosecutors, law enforcement, and civilian asset forfeiture coordinators. This one-day class will cover the basics of asset forfeiture law and procedure, as well as administrative requirements. Instructors include experienced law enforcement officers and prosecutors from the field, as well as DCJS forfeiture program staff. DCJS also plans to provide hands-on training for the DCJS FASP system.
The program will be held October 23, 2025 in Staunton, VA. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Lunch will be provided courtesy of the Virginia Criminal Justice Foundation.
There is no registration fee but CASC will not be reimbursing any expenses for this program.
If you choose to stay at the conference hotel, a hotel block with a limited number of rooms is available. Information will be provided to attendees regarding the hotel block and program details after registration.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370.
Click here to register.

Murder One: Basic Homicide Prosecution
2025-11-09 - 2025-11-12 | –, Williamsburg, VA
This program is a four-day training for approximately 35 prosecutors on essential homicide prosecution skills to include: Ethics, Discovery, Exculpatory Evidence, etc. The training will cover all aspects of preparing and trying a successful homicide case from voir dire to closing argument. Emphasis will be on investigations and working with witnesses, evidence gathering and presentation, preparation of expert witnesses, and forensics as well as meeting common defenses including alibi, NGRI, misidentifications, causation of death and self-defense.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is more than twenty-five miles from the venue in Williamsburg. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Richmond)
2025-11-10 | –, Richmond, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors, “Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals for Prosecutors,” designed for prosecutors of all levels who want to learn the basics or refresh their knowledge. This one-day training will take place on Monday, November 10, 2025, at CASC’s Training Facility at Truist Place (formerly the SunTrust Building) in downtown Richmond.
CASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register. This training is full. Click here to see another training date which is taking place in Northern Virginia.

Murder Two: Advanced Homicide Prosecution
2025-11-12 - 2025-11-15 | –, Williamsburg, VA
A four-day training program for approximately 35 prosecutors on advanced homicide prosecution skills to include: Ethics, Discovery, Exculpatory Evidence, etc. The training will examine difficult challenges in complex homicide cases, including drug overdose deaths, child homicides, multi-defendant cases, no-body and cold cases. This training will also examine advanced issues such as mental health defenses and aggravated murder cases. Previous attendance at one of CASC’s Homicide programs is a pre-requisite, unless CASC permission is granted.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is more than twenty-five miles from the venue in Williamsburg. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees..
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

DUID for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Training - Eastern Shore
2025-11-20 - 2025-11-21 | –, Eastern Shore
This 1 1/2-day course is designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers handling impaired driving cases where the driver is impaired by drug(s). Topics include illegal drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs and other impairing substances. The training includes a range of topics including the drug categories and their spectrum of potential physiological responses, aspects of expert testimony, blood draws, information from Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and their role, discussions of responding to defense arguments in DUID cases, court demonstrations and more. Participants will receive a training binder and the newly updated 2025 edition of the Virginia DUI Manual.
This training follows a team-based format, ideally admitting a team consisting of one prosecutor and one law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Groups can also be admitted comprised of a prosecutor(s) and a law enforcement officer(s). However, individuals may still enroll if they are unable to form a team. The program is limited to 50 attendees—40 with lodging accommodations and 10 commuting attendees. Prosecutors and law enforcement working in the Eastern Shore will have priority registration.
There is no registration fee for this training. Lodging will be provided for participants whose office is twenty-five (25) miles or more from the training site. Lunch will be provided for all attendees both days. Meal reimbursement will be provided for those with overnight accommodations at the established per diem rate. Attendees will not have time to leave the training site for lunch. Please note we cannot reimburse mileage or tolls.
Training is scheduled to be held 11/20/25 11:00 a.m. – 11/21/25 4:00 p.m., but these times may change slightly. The full agenda will also be sent in early November.

This program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only.
Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions.
Click here to register.

Executive Program 2025
2025-12-03 - 2025-12-05 | –, Staunton, VA
The Executive Program is a training seminar devoted to management issues, with attendance restricted to the 120 elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys and Chief Deputies. The program addresses leadership skills, office management, case management, employment practices and personnel issues, police relations, press and public relations and other topics important to prosecutors in leadership positions.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370.
Click here to register.

Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Northern Virginia)
2025-12-10 | –, Ashburn, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors, “Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals for Prosecutors,” designed for prosecutors of all levels who want to learn the basics or refresh their knowledge. This one-day training will take place on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy, 45299 Research Place, Ashburn, VA 20147.
CASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Intro to Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
2026-01-12 - 2026-01-13 | –, Williamsburg, VA
CASC, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Introduction to Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution. It will be held in Williamsburg January 12 – 13, 2026. This basic training is a prerequisite to the advanced training.
This free two-day (all day each day) training will increase the overall awareness and understanding of human trafficking, and dispel common myths and misconceptions by way of data. It will further create an understanding and working knowledge of the applicable forced labor and commercial sex trafficking laws as well as increase victim identification and improve human trafficking investigations and prosecutions. Lastly, it will improve the collaborative response to combat trafficking in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The program is free. Lodging will be provided, if requested, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site. Free parking is available. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge each day. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Seats are limited. By registering to attend, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided.
Click here to register.

Advanced Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
2026-01-14 - 2026-01-15 | –, Williamsburg, VA
CASC, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Advanced Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution. It will be held in Williamsburg January 14 – 15, 2026. Note: The Intro to Human Trafficking training is a prerequisite for this advanced training.
The advanced human trafficking training serves as an intensive two-day (all day each day) training for experienced law enforcement and prosecutors seeking to deepen their expertise in identifying, investigating, and prosecuting human trafficking cases. This training builds upon the foundational knowledge learned in HTI’s introductory human trafficking training. Participants will engage in case studies, interactive scenario-based training, and collaborative exercises that enhance their ability to dismantle human trafficking networks and secure victim-centered prosecutions.
The program is free. Lodging will be provided, if requested, for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site. Free parking is available. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge each day. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Seats are limited. By registering to attend, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided.
Click here to register.

Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
2026-01-25 - 2026-01-30 | –, Staunton, VA
Prosecutor Bootcamp is a week-long intensive training for the new prosecutor. It will be held in Staunton, Virginia. This program is open to prosecutors with three years or less experience. Specific topics to be covered include trial skills, evidentiary issues, practice in General District and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, work-life balance, and legal writing, among others.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the program venue. Meals will be provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate, but mileage to and from the program is not covered.
Students will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, with a preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available.
Registration closes on December 2 and by December 19 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist.
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu
Click here to register.

Investigation and Prosecution of Intimate Partner Violence ("Guns and Roses")
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-06 | –, Staunton, VA
CASC is offering an intensive 6-day training for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement on investigating and prosecuting intimate partner violence. This course will cover IPV dynamics, investigation and prosecution strategies, strangulation, prosecuting cases with uncooperative victims, forfeiture by wrongdoing and more.
The program is free and will be held in Staunton. Lodging and parking will be provided, and meals will be reimbursed at state per diem rates. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Space is limited to 12 teams. Teams are to be comprised of one prosecutor and one investigator from the same jurisdiction. Registration closes on December 2 and by December 19 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist.

ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration, you will receive an emailed confirmation which includes a link to download the application to be completed and returned to CASC.
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (VA Beach)
2026-02-05 | –, Virginia Beach, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors, “Search, Seizure, and Interrogations: 4th, 5th, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals for Prosecutors,” designed for prosecutors of all levels who want to learn the basics or refresh their knowledge. This one-day training will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the Virginia Beach Law Enforcement Training Academy, 411 Integrity Way, Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
CASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

I.M.P.A.C.T., Training for the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Prosecutor: Initiating Meaningful Prosecution at Critical Times
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-13 | –, Staunton, VA
IMPACT is an intensive training for the J&DR prosecutor. The program focuses on juvenile court practice & procedure and dealing with juvenile delinquency. Specific topics to be covered include juvenile brain development, juvenile trials & sentencing options, DJJ length of stay guidelines, substance abuse and juveniles, transfer/certification issues, juvenile sex-offenders and competency issues.
The program will be held in Staunton. Lodging will be provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training venue. Meals will be provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate, but mileage to and from the program is not covered.
Registration closes on December 2 and by December 19 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist. Students will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, with preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available.
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Advanced DUI or Advanced DUI & DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Williamsburg
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-06 | –, Williamsburg, VA
The Advanced DUI & DUID Training Program is an intensive course designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers.
The Advanced DUI program will cover a range of critical topics, including investigative stops, Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), Preliminary Breath Testing (PBT), breath and blood testing issues, DUI checkpoints, use of DMV transcripts and VA code sections to prove notice, license suspensions and more. This training also addresses key issues in manslaughter cases and provides opportunities to analyze factual scenarios dealing with impaired driving.
The DUID program topics include illegal drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs and other impairing substances. The training includes a range of topics including the drug categories and their spectrum of potential physiological responses, the importance of documenting officer observations in the field, forensic toxicology, expert witnesses, blood draws, response to defense arguments, mock trial exercises and more.
These trainings follow a team-based format, ideally requiring a team consisting of prosecutor(s) and law enforcement officer(s) from the same jurisdiction. If you are not able to attend as a team, individuals are welcome to register as well.
EXPENSES:
There are no registration fees
Participants will receive the latest edition of the Virginia DUI Manual, at no charge. Participants will be provided a training binder at no additional charge – each participant will elect a digital or printed training binder at registration.
Lodging and meals will be provided for participants who office is 25 miles or more from the training site – Per diem is provided for each day of the conference for meals which are not provided during the conference day. *****CASC will make all attendee lodging reservations and pay the bill for all attendees at the end of the training – please do NOT make your own hotel reservations. Attendees will be responsible for check-in procedures for their own incidentals.
Lunch will be provided for commuting attendees.
Please note CASC cannot pay mileage or tolls.
Registration does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Confirmation of selection will be sent by email by February 2, 2026.
Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu or 757-775-2799 with any questions.
Participants can register for the full training week to include Advanced DUI and DUID or can register for Advanced DUI only:
Click here to register for Advanced DUI & DUID – March 2-6, 2026 (Monday–Friday)
OR
Click here to register for Advanced DUI only – March 2-5, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)

Red Flag 2026: Ring of Fire: Arson Prosecutions Program
2026-03-09 - 2026-03-13 | –, Williamsburg, VA
CASC’s Arson Investigation & Prosecution program is focused on all aspects of arson cases, including forensics, expert testimony, and legal aspects, and is focused on arson as a tool of fraud. This program combines prosecutors, Virginia State Police/BCI investigators, insurance company fraud investigators, and Virginia law enforcement investigators for a week of team training which includes ATF arson specialists and a “live burn” where students will witness and then examine a crime scene.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is twenty-five miles (25) or more from the training venue. Meals for government employees will be reimbursed at state per diem rate. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. The program begins at noon on Monday, March 9, and ends at noon on Friday, March 13, 2026.
This program is a rotating program with other topics involving insurance fraud. Some, but not all, sessions will be repeated from previous “Red Flag” insurance fraud trainings. Previous attendees of other “Red Flag” insurance fraud programs (such as financial investigations and elder fraud) are welcome to attend.
For more information, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370
Click here to register.

Spring Institute 2026
2026-04-12 - 2026-04-15 | –, Norfolk, VA
The Spring Institute program agenda is a multi-track continuing legal education program offering up to 18 hours of live MCLE credits, emphasizing ethics, recent legislative enactments, recent judicial decisions, current developments in criminal law. Attendance is open to all Virginia prosecutors.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu
Click here to register for Spring Institute (in person).
Click here to register for the Leadership track on Tue., April 14 (9 am-noon) @ Spring Institute.
Click here to register for Limited Simulcast of Spring Institute (General Sessions and Track A).

Webinar: New Laws for 2026
2026-05-13 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | –, Zoom Webinar
CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2026 webinar series: “New Laws for 2026“.
Join CASC Director Elliott Casey and Staff Attorney Jason Kowalski as they review the new laws from the 2026 General Assembly.
The webinar will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
CASC welcomes both prosecutors and their staff members employed in Virginia Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Offices to this webinar.
You must register by 6:00 p.m. May 12, 2026. Click here to register.

Investigation and Prosecution of Drug Cases - "TOP GUN XXXII"
2026-05-17 - 2026-05-22 | –, Williamsburg, VA
TOP GUN is an intensive, workshop-style, interactive training course on the prosecution of drug cases, one of CASC’s longest running programs having been offered since 1992, now in its 32nd year! Attendance is limited to 20 teams, consisting of a prosecutor and a law enforcement investigator from the same jurisdiction. This program covers the latest developments in the law, the criminal practices used, and the latest illegal drug types and their usage.
Held in Williamsburg, VA, this five-day training program begins Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 1:00 pm and ends Friday, May 22, 2026, at noon.
There is no tuition. Lodging will be provided if your office is more than twenty-five miles from the training site. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to attendees. Mileage to and from the program is not covered.
ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download the application will be emailed to each team member who registers. Completed emails must be returned by February 21, 2026.
For more information, contact Jason Kowalski at jmkowalski@wm.edu
Click here to register.

Rolling Stoned: DRE for Prosecutors
2026-05-18 - 2026-05-19 | –, Richmond, VA
Prosecutors will be involved in this in-depth training to educate on how Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) can be important in their DUI and DUI-D cases. This training provides detailed information about the DRE’s expertise, types of evidence the DRE can provide roadside, during trial and in consultation for another law enforcement officer’s case, introduction to the DRE evaluation, DRE report, an in-depth discussion of the drug categories, how to qualify your DRE as an expert witness, DRE during trial and more.
This training is for Virginia prosecutors. Certified DRE(s) from the same jurisdiction are also invited to register and join the training. If a prosecutor has a DRE in a nearby jurisdiction they consult with, or may call as a witness, these DREs will also be admitted. This training will include information for relevant questions to be asked to the DRE and preparation for trial.
This training is not a substitute for the DRE Program which law enforcement officers are required to attend in order to become Drug Recognition Experts.
The training is in Richmond on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 10:00 am to Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:00 pm.
Lunch will be provided to all students. Lodging is provided to students whose office is more than 25 miles from the training venue. Those overnight attendees are eligible for reimbursement for meals not provided during the training. Reimbursement is made following CASC policy. Mileage will not be reimbursed.
Additional information will be sent to you by email to the email address you entered during registration.
For information contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Trial Advocacy Program 2026
2026-06-07 - 2026-06-12 | –, Williamsburg, VA
Trial Ad is an intensive five-day training program. This program begins on the afternoon of Sunday, June 7, 2026, and ends on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Thursday afternoon is free time.
The program offers approximately 18 CLE hours. Students attend lectures and demonstrations given by prosecutors and physicians covering medical, legal, and tactical aspects of the prosecution of a child abuse case, focusing on abusive head trauma. Attendees will be assigned to workshop groups for intensive small group learning and practical learning purposes. Video feedback of student performances will be given by faculty. Professional actors play the roles of witnesses for student cross examination skills. Attendance is limited to 35 students. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory.
ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration, a link to download an application will be emailed to each applicant and is to be completed and returned to CASC. Applications are due by COB on April 1, 2026. Those accepted will be notified no later than April 21, 2026.
There is no tuition. A private hotel room will be provided to attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. Mileage to and from the program is not covered. Parking is free.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu
Click here to register.

Head Case: Anatomy of a Bad Explanation - Investigating and Prosecuting Abusive Head Trauma
2026-06-14 - 2026-06-17 | –, Staunton, VA
This team-based, three-day training is designed for prosecutors, law enforcement, and child protective services working together as an MDT in Abusive Head Trauma cases. The course takes teams from early investigative decisions through charging and trial, with a focus on AHT medical science in plain language, effective use of pediatric abuse experts, and effective analysis of medical records, autopsy findings, timelines, and differential diagnoses. Participants learn how to assess case strength early, identify gaps, anticipate and counter defense theories, and present a clear, defensible narrative for court, while addressing the ethical and practical challenges unique to catastrophic injury and child death cases.
Space is limited to 10 teams comprised of one prosecutor, one investigator and one child protective services personnel from the same jurisdiction.
All team members must register and submit an application to be considered. Once registered, your confirmation email will contain the application, which is due by March 13, 2026. ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Accepted teams will be notified by March 30.
The program is free. Breakfast, lunch, and parking are also free. Lodging is provided for attendees whose offices are twenty-five miles or more from the training site. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

DUID for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Training - City of Fairfax
2026-06-16 - 2026-06-17 | –, Fairfax, VA
This 1 1/2-day course is designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers handling impaired driving cases where the driver is impaired by drug(s). Topics include illegal drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs and other impairing substances. The training includes a range of topics including the drug categories and their spectrum of potential physiological responses, aspects of expert testimony, blood draws, information from Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and their role, discussions of responding to defense arguments in DUID cases, court demonstrations and more. Participants will receive a training binder and the latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual.
This training follows a team-based format, ideally admitting a team consisting of one prosecutor and one law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Groups can also be admitted comprised of a prosecutor(s) and a law enforcement officer(s). However, individuals may still enroll if they are unable to form a team. The program is limited to 50 attendees—40 with lodging accommodations and 10 commuting attendees.
There is no registration fee for this training. Lodging and meals will be provided or reimbursed (per CASC policy) for participants whose office is twenty-five (25) miles or more from the training venue. Lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage or travel costs will be reimbursement.
Training is scheduled to be held 6/16/2026 11:00 a.m. – 6/17/2026 4:00 p.m., but these times may change slightly. The full agenda will also be sent in early June.

This program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only.
Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions.
Click here to register.

Fury Road: Investigating and Prosecuting Impaired Fatal Crashes
2026-06-23 - 2026-06-25 | –, Staunton, VA
The Fury Road Program is an intensive two-day training for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers, scheduled to take place in Staunton from June 23 to 25, 2026. It will cover crash scene evidence collection, crash reconstruction, charging decisions, dealing with legal defenses, case scenarios, victim outreach, and more! Participants will receive the latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual.
This training follows a team-based format, ideally requiring a team consisting of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. It’s designed for law enforcement officers who are either Virginia State Troopers handling impaired driving cases or a local law enforcement officer who is on a crash response team or regularly involved in investigating fatal motor vehicle crashes. Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory.
Registration does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Confirmation of selection will be sent by email by May 1, 2026.
Lodging and meals will be provided or reimbursed (per CASC policy) for participants whose office is twenty-five (25) miles or more from the training venue. Lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage will be reimbursement.
For more information, contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu.
Click here to register. ***Registration is closed. Contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu if you are interested in attending the training.

Webinar: Prosecuting Abusive Head Trauma: What Virginia Prosecutors Need to Know About the New Jersey Nieves/Cifelli Decisions
2026-06-30 13:00 - 14:30 | –, Zoom Webinar
CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2026 webinar series: “Prosecuting Abusive Head Trauma: What Virginia Prosecutors Need to Know About the New Jersey Nieves/Cifelli Decisions“.
Join Henrico County Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Alison Martin & CASC Deputy Director Nancy Oglesby as they cover the recent appellate decisions out of New Jersey, State v. Nieves and Cifelli, which has generated significant discussion and, in many cases, misplaced debate about the science of abusive head trauma (AHT). These cases are now being raised in courtrooms beyond New Jersey, including in Virginia, often with claims that go well beyond what the decisions hold.
This webinar will break down those rulings and cover what the New Jersey Supreme Court actually decided, the procedural posture of the cases, and why those details matter when applied in practice. The session also addresses how these decisions are being mischaracterized in litigation and how to best respond when they arise in your cases, including reinforcing how the science behind AHT remains as solid and reliable as ever
The webinar will take place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
CASC welcomes both prosecutors and their staff members employed in Virginia Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Offices to this webinar.
You must register by end of day on June 29, 2026. Click here to register.

DUID for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Training - Wise County
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-14 | –, Wise, VA
This 1 1/2-day course is designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers handling impaired driving cases where the driver is impaired by drug(s). Topics include illegal drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs and other impairing substances. The training includes a range of topics including the drug categories and their spectrum of potential physiological responses, aspects of expert testimony, blood draws, information from Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and their role, discussions of responding to defense arguments in DUID cases, court demonstrations and more. Participants will receive the latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual.
This training follows a team-based format, ideally admitting a team consisting of one prosecutor and one law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Groups can also be admitted comprised of a prosecutor(s) and a law enforcement officer(s). However, individuals may still enroll if they are unable to form a team. The program is limited to 50 attendees—40 with lodging accommodations and 10 commuting attendees.
There is no registration fee for this training. Lodging and meals will be provided or reimbursed (per CASC policy) for participants whose office is twenty-five (25) miles or more from the training venue. Lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage or travel costs will be reimbursement.
Training is scheduled to be held 7/13/2026 11:00 a.m. – 7/14/2026 4:00 p.m., but these times may change slightly. The full agenda will also be sent in early July.

This program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only.
Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions.
Click here to register.

Analyzing Police Use of Force: Legal and Practical Issues
2026-07-16 - 2026-07-17 | –, Richmond, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors and Virginia law enforcement officers, “Analyzing Police Use of Force: Legal and Practical Issues”. Law enforcement are authorized to use force but may only do so when it is lawful and reasonable. Analyzing whether law enforcement use of force is lawful and reasonable requires an understanding of both the law and practical experience. This course will examine the law of use of force and the numerous influences that intersect to produce unintended, sometimes catastrophic, outcomes. Three of these will be addressed: the illusion of confidence, failure to build resilience into response behaviors, and training scars resulting from learning the wrong lessons during skill development.
This two-day training will take place Thursday, July 16 – Friday, July 17, 2026, at CASC’s Training Facility in downtown Richmond.
This program is open to Virginia prosecutors and Virginia law enforcement officers. The program is free of charge. No reimbursement or meals will be provided for this training.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Registration opens soon.

Annual Summer Conference 2026
2026-07-30 - 2026-08-02 | –, Virginia Beach, VA
The VACA 87th Annual Summer Conference will be held July 30 – August 2, 2026, at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

This single-track continuing legal education program offering approximately 12.0 MCLE credits is open to all Virginia prosecutors.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Advanced DUI or Advanced DUI & DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Staunton
2026-08-24 - 2026-08-28 | –, Staunton, VA
The Advanced DUI & DUID Training Program is an intensive course designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers.
The Advanced DUI program will cover a range of critical topics, including investigative stops, Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), Preliminary Breath Testing (PBT), breath and blood testing issues, DUI checkpoints, use of DMV transcripts and VA code sections to prove notice, license suspensions and more. This training also addresses key issues in manslaughter cases and provides opportunities to analyze factual scenarios dealing with impaired driving.
The DUID program topics include illegal drugs, marijuana, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs and other impairing substances. The training includes a range of topics including the drug categories and their spectrum of potential physiological responses, the importance of documenting officer observations in the field, forensic toxicology, expert witnesses, blood draws, response to defense arguments, mock trial exercises and more.
These trainings follow a team-based format, ideally requiring a team consisting of prosecutor(s) and law enforcement officer(s) from the same jurisdiction. If you are not able to attend as a team, individuals are welcome to register as well.
EXPENSES:
There are no registration fees
Participants will receive the latest edition of the Virginia DUI Manual, at no charge. Participants will be provided a training binder at no additional charge – each participant will elect a digital or printed training binder at registration.
Lodging and meals will be provided for participants who office is 25 miles or more from the training site – Per diem is provided for each day of the conference for meals which are not provided during the conference day. ***CASC will make all attendee lodging reservations and pay the bill for all attendees at the end of the training – please do NOT make your own hotel reservations. Attendees will be responsible for check-in procedures for their own incidentals.
Lunch will be provided for commuting attendees.
Please note CASC cannot pay mileage or tolls.
Registration does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Confirmation of selection will be sent by email by July 1, 2026.
Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu or 757-775-2799 with any questions.
Participants can register for the full training week to include Advanced DUI and DUID or can register for Advanced DUI only:
Click here to register for Advanced DUI & DUID – August 24-28, 2026 (Monday–Friday)
OR
Click here to register for Advanced DUI only – August 24-27, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)

Leadership Training
2026-08-26 | –, Richmond, VA
This one-day leadership development course held in Richmond, VA on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is designed for Virginia’s management-level prosecutors promotes the learning of leadership habits and practices ideally suited to balance prosecutors’ roles as zealous advocates, ministers of justice, and public servants. Attendees will work in thoughtfully assigned groups and create a leadership plan that strategically combines personal motivations, strengths, emotional intelligence, and leadership behaviors. Each plan will be uniquely tailored to address the attendees’ experience, responsibilities, and aspirations.
This program is open to all management level prosecutors including Commonwealth’s Attorneys and all those in supervisory positions. The training It is limited to 40 attendees. Lunch will be provided, and parking will be reimbursed.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.
