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SUMMARY:Sound of Silence (Child Abuse)
DESCRIPTION:CASC is offering an intensive 6-day training for 10 prosecutor/law enforcement/cps teams on investigating and prosecuting child abuse. This course will cover child disclosure issues\, investigation and prosecution strategies\, working as an MDT\, identifying abusive injuries\, vicarious trauma and more. The program is free. Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site 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.\nSpace is limited to 10 teams. Teams are to be comprised of one prosecutor\, one investigator and one child protective services worker from the same jurisdiction. \nACCEPTANCE 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. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/sound-of-silence-child-abuse-4/
LOCATION:–\, Virginia Beach\, VA
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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SUMMARY:Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:This one-day leadership development course designed for Virginia’s management and senior-level prosecutors promotes the learning of leadership habits and practices ideally suited to improve productivity\, professional achievement\, office culture\, and employee engagement and retention.  Attendees will work in groups to 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. \nThis program is open to all supervisory level Virginia prosecutors. It is limited to 34 attendees.  Lunch will be provided and parking will be reimbursed. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/leadership-training-2/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
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UID:2071-1728172800-1728691199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trauma to Trial
DESCRIPTION:CASC again is offering Trauma to Trial\, our 6-day course on the topic of investigating and prosecuting adult non-stranger sexual assaults.   The training is open to 12 prosecutor/law enforcement teams. \nThe program is free.  Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site 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. \nSpace is limited to 12 teams. Teams are to be comprised of two members from the same jurisdiction. Since there have been substantial changes to the content of this course\, anyone who attended prior to 2017 may re-apply if they wish to attend again. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to both team members to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information contact Nancy Oglesby\, noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trauma-to-trial-4/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231212T185016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T185016Z
UID:3243-1730980800-1730980800@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-44/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231109T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T020345Z
UID:2107-1731196800-1731542399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder One: Basic Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:A four-day training program for approximately 40 prosecutors on essential homicide prosecution skills to include Ethics: Discovery\, Exculpatory Evidence. 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. \nLodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the venue and all meals\, will be provided or reimbursed but mileage to and from the program will not be covered. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/murder-one-basic-homicide-prosecution-5/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241117
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20231109T194915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T020313Z
UID:2109-1731456000-1731801599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder Two: Advanced Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION:A four-day training program for approximately 40 prosecutors on advanced homicide prosecution skills to include Ethics: Discovery\, Exculpatory Evidence. The training will examine difficult challenges in homicide cases\, including 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. \nLodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the venue and all meals will be provided or reimbursed\, but mileage to and from the program will not be covered. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/murder-two-advanced-homicide-prosecution-5/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
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UID:2074-1733270400-1733529599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Executive Program 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Program is a training seminar devoted to management issues\, with attendance restricted to the 120 elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys and their 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. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/executive-program-5/
LOCATION:–\, Charlottesville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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CREATED:20231212T185222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T225947Z
UID:3245-1733320800-1733320800@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-45/
LOCATION:–\, Charlottesville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T130000
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CREATED:20231212T185312Z
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UID:3247-1733490000-1733490000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-46/
LOCATION:–\, Charlottesville\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250117
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240830T155150Z
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UID:10323-1736726400-1737071999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Combatting Commercial Sex Trafficking and Forced Labor in Virginia:  A Comprehensive Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION:CASC\, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free four-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the investigation and prosecution of commercial sex trafficking and forced labor.  It will be held in Williamsburg from January 13 – 16\, 2025. \nThis program\, developed in partnership with the Human Trafficking Institute in Washington D.C.\, will increase the overall awareness and understanding of commercial sex trafficking\, forced labor and illicit massage businesses.  It will dispel common myths and misconceptions through the use of data and create an understanding and working knowledge of the applicable forced labor and commercial sex trafficking laws.  It will further increase victim identification and improve human trafficking investigations and prosecutions and will improve the collaborative response to combatting trafficking in the Commonwealth of Virginia. \nThe 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. \nSeats are limited.  By registering to attend\, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire four-day program.   CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/combatting-commercial-sex-trafficking-and-forced-labor-in-virginia-a-comprehensive-training-for-law-enforcement-and-prosecutors/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241207T064951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T064951Z
UID:11529-1737450000-1737450000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-47/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241008T193552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223620Z
UID:5516-1737849600-1738367999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLodging 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. \nRegistration closes on December 3. Once you have registered\, you’ll receive a confirmation email and by December 10\, you will be notified whether you have a spot in the program or have been placed on the waitlist. This training is limited to 30 students who 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. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu \nClick here to register \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/prosecutor-bootcamp2025jan/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250208
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241008T194158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T211040Z
UID:11291-1738454400-1738972799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Intimate Partner Violence ("Guns and Roses")
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nSpace is limited to 15 teams. Teams are to be comprised of one prosecutor and one investigator from the same jurisdiction. \nACCEPTANCE 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. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/investigation-and-prosecution-of-intimate-partner-violence-guns-and-roses-4/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241009T172037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T224044Z
UID:11303-1739145600-1739404799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Advanced Trial Advocacy Program
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced Trial Advocacy Program is an intensive three-day program offered for prosecutors who have some jury trial experience.  This program will provide approximately 12 CLE hours. Instead of a case study being provided to students\, attendees will each bring one of their own cases to work from throughout the program.  Lectures will cover analytical advocacy and theory bases prosecution as well as all phases of a jury trial from voir dire to closing argument and preserving the record   There will be small group case discussions and student performances. \nThis program will be held in Norfolk.  Attendance is limited to 30 students. No application is necessary.  Lodging is provided and all meals are provided or reimbursed at the state per diem rate. Travel to and from the training is not covered. \nAttendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/advocacy/
LOCATION:–\, Norfolk\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241021T204015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223747Z
UID:11324-1739145600-1739404799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:I.M.P.A.C.T.\, Training for the Juvenile & Domestic Relations Prosecutor: Initiating Meaningful Prosecution at Critical Times
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nOnce you’ve registered\, you will receive a confirmation email. This training is limited to 25 students who 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. Registration closes on December 6 and by December 13 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/impact2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250215
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241107T164440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T202155Z
UID:11370-1739404800-1739577599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Successful Prosecutions in Technology-Facilitated Crimes
DESCRIPTION:This is a two-day training focused on technology-facilitated crimes against children. Tailored for prosecutors\, and investigators\, this hands-on training covers victim grooming\, digital investigations\, child interviews\, and prosecution strategies. Attendees will engage in practical exercises emphasizing the multidisciplinary team’s (MDT’s) crucial role in investigating\, working with witnesses\, and building a strong case for prosecution. \nRegistration closes on January 6 and by January 10 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist. \nThe program will be held in Staunton and 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. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/zap_2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241207T065254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T065254Z
UID:11531-1739448000-1739448000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-48/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241113T021454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T172858Z
UID:11406-1740960000-1741305599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Advanced DUI Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Williamsburg
DESCRIPTION:Online registration for this program has closed. Contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu\, if want to register for this training. \nThe Advanced DUI Training Program is an intensive course designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers and will be held in Williamsburg on March 3 – 6\, 2025. The program will cover a range of critical topics\, including investigative stops\, Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFST) and Preliminary Breath Testing (PBT)\, breath and blood testing issues\, DUI checkpoints\, and the use of transcripts and legal code sections to prove elements in court. Additionally\, the program will address key issues in manslaughter cases and provide opportunities to analyze factual scenarios. Participants will receive the latest edition of the Virginia DUI Manual. \nThis training follows a team-based format\, ideally requiring a team consisting of one prosecutor and one law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. 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. Lodging and meals will be provided for participants who reside more than 25 miles from the training site\, and lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage reimbursement will be offered. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance into the program.\nConfirmation of selection will be sent by email by January 15\, 2025. \nPlease contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu or 757-775-2799 with any questions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/adv_dui_2025_wmsbg/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241028T194616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223939Z
UID:11344-1741046400-1741305599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Red Flag Program: Money Talks – Financial Literacy and Fraud Investigations
DESCRIPTION:CASC is proud to announce that registration is open for a new\, intensive 3-day training for prosecutors\, Virginia State Police Special Agents\, and Insurance SIU investigators on the topic of investigating and prosecuting fraud in Virginia. This program is funded by Virginia State Police as its annual “Red Flag” insurance fraud training\, which focuses on different aspects of fraud each year. This year\, the program will focus on obtaining and using financial records in financial and fraud investigations and will cover financial investigations\, obtaining and using financial records\, financial interviews and interrogations\, building financial cases\, and working with prosecutors. Some\, but not all\, sessions will be repeated from previous “Red Flag” insurance fraud trainings. \nThe program is free. Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site 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. \nThe 2025 program will take place March 4 through March 6\, 2025\, in Staunton\, Virginia. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/redflag2025spring/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241113T032425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T172759Z
UID:11413-1741219200-1741391999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Williamsburg
DESCRIPTION:Online registration for this program has closed. Contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu\, if want to register for this training. \nThe DUID Training Program is designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers and will be held in Williamsburg on March 6 – 7\, 2025. The program will cover a range of topics\, including the drug categories\, spectrum of physiological responses from the drug categories\, 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 edition of the Virginia DUI Manual. \nThis training follows a team-based format\, ideally requiring a team consisting of one prosecutor and one law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. 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. Lodging and meals will be provided for participants who reside more than 25 miles from the training site\, and lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage reimbursement will be offered. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance into the program.\nConfirmation of selection will be sent by email by January 15\, 2025. \nPlease contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu or 757-775-2799 with any questions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/duid_2025_wmsbg/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20240717T132739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T215953Z
UID:9334-1743897600-1744243199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Spring Institute 2025 (In-Person registration\, Leadership Track and Zoom Limited Simulcast)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register for in-person Spring Institute. \nClick here to register for Limited Simulcast of Spring Institute (General Sessions and Track A) \nClick here to register for the Leadership track on Tuesday\, April 8 from 9 am – 12 pm. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/spring-institute-2025-2/
LOCATION:–\, Norfolk\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20250113T212301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T215542Z
UID:11779-1743897600-1744243199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Zoom Limited Simulcast - 2025 Spring Institute
DESCRIPTION:CASC is offering a limited simulcast of the 2025 Spring Institute.  We will be simulcasting ONLY the General Sessions and Track A.   \nAny Virginia prosecutor may attend the 2025 Spring Institute in person or via the Zoom limited simulcast.  You may not register for both.   If you already have registered to attend the 2025 Spring Institute and you would like to switch to the limited Zoom simulcast option\, you may do so\, but your in-person registration will be cancelled. This decision will be final and you will not be able to change. \nCASC needs to know well in advance how many people will attend Spring Institute online or in-person.  Registration for the limited Zoom simulcast option will be open until Tuesday\, April 1\, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.\n \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \n Click here to register. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/zoom-limited-simulcast-2025-spring-institute/
LOCATION:Online\, ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241207T065454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T065521Z
UID:11533-1743944400-1743944400@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-49/
LOCATION:–\, Norfolk\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241220T004728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T214315Z
UID:11720-1745971200-1746143999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - North Chesterfield
DESCRIPTION:Topics to be covered include presentations by law enforcement as to the Drug Categories\, spectrum of physiological responses from the drug categories\, 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! The latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual will be distributed to participants. This training program utilizes a team-training format ideally consisting of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Though\, the team is not required if a person would like to enroll and is unable to have a team member attend. \n\n\nLodging and meals will be covered (provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate) for those whose office is more than twenty-five (25) miles from the training venue in North Chesterfield. Lunches will be provided for commuting attendees. No mileage reimbursement will be provided. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance to the program. Email confirmation of selection for the program will be sent by Paula Bruns. \nThis program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only. \nPlease contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/duid-chesterfield-2025/
LOCATION:–\, North Chesterfield\, Virginia
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250507
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241209T080532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T214225Z
UID:11553-1746403200-1746575999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Front Royal
DESCRIPTION:Topics to be covered include presentations by law enforcement as to the Drug Categories\, spectrum of physiological responses from the drug categories\, 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! The latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual will be distributed to participants. This training program utilizes a team-training format ideally consisting of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Though\, the team is not required if a person would like to enroll and is unable to have a team member attend. \n\n\nLodging and meals will be covered (provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate) for those whose office is more than twenty-five (25) miles from the training venue in Front Royal. Lunches will be provided for commuting attendees. No mileage reimbursement will be provided. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance to the program. Email confirmation of selection for the program will be sent by Paula Bruns. \nThis program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only. \nPlease contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/duid-front-royal-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Front Royal\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241207T065716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T065716Z
UID:11534-1746619200-1746619200@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-50/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241223T060918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T180351Z
UID:11742-1747526400-1748044799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Drug Cases ("TOP GUN XXXI")
DESCRIPTION: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 31st 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. \nHeld in Williamsburg\, VA\, this five-day training program begins Sunday\, May 18 at 1:00 pm and ends Friday\, May 23 at noon. \nThere is no tuition and lodging will be provided\, if your office is more than twenty-five miles from the training site. All meals are either provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate. Mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration a link to download an application will be emailed to each team member to be completed and returned to CASC. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu  \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/top-gun-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241211T191003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T020230Z
UID:11593-1748304000-1748476799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Rolling Stoned: DRE for Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION:This program will cover everything you need to know about the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) program\, including an introduction to the DRE evaluation\, an in-depth discussion of the seven (7) drug categories\, how to qualify your DRE as an expert witness\, and more. This training is open to Virginia prosecutors only. MCLE credits are pending. \nThe training is in Richmond on Tuesday\, May 27\, 2025 at 10:00 am to Wednesday\, May 28\, 2025 at 4:00 pm. \nLodging is provided to students whose office is more than 25 miles from the training venue and meals will be provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate to all attendees. Mileage will not be reimbursed. \nAdditional information will be sent to you by email to the email address you entered during registration. \nFor information contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/dre-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20250517T014506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T193914Z
UID:11995-1749218400-1749225600@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Webinar: Journey Through the Labyrinth - Decoding DUI License Suspensions and Charging Decisions
DESCRIPTION:CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2025 webinar series: “Journey Through the Labyrinth – Decoding DUI License Suspensions and Charging Decisions“. \nThis training is focused on the DUI license suspension code sections. \nKey topics covered will include: \n\nThe length of suspensions for each level of DUI.\nRestricted license waiting periods.\nDefendant options when obtaining a restricted license.\nLicense restoration after DUI felonies.\nCharging decisions when a defendant drives while revoked or in violation of his restricted license.\n\nThe webinar will take place on Friday\, June 6\, 2025\, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. \nOur presenter will be Jason Kowalski\, Staff Attorney for CASC and a former Virginia prosecutor. \nCASC welcomes both prosecutors and non-attorney staff members employed in Virginia Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Offices to this webinar. \nCASC will endeavor to record this training and make the recording available for future reference. \nYou must register by June 5\, 2025. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/webinar_dui_license_suspension_2025/
LOCATION:–\, Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
DTSTAMP:20260403T101422
CREATED:20241106T234640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T214122Z
UID:11374-1749340800-1749859199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Trial Advocacy Program
DESCRIPTION:The Trial Advocacy Program is an intensive five-day program offered for Commonwealth’s Attorneys and their Assistants at all levels of experience\, offering approximately 25 CLE hours. Attendees spend approximately 8 hours at lectures and demonstrations given by prosecutors and physicians covering medical\, legal and tactical aspects of the prosecution of child abusers\, focusing on abusive head trauma cases. The remaining time is spent in small workshop groups discussing and practicing case analysis\, trial strategy\, opening statements\, direct examination\, cross-examination and closing argument in the context of a hypothetical abusive head trauma case. Attendees will be assigned to workshop groups. Wednesday afternoon is free time. Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory.  \nAttendance is limited to 40 students. ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration\, you will receive a confirmation email containing a link to the application. Complete and return the application to Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu by March 21\, 2025. Acceptance decisions will be emailed no later than April 14\, 2025. \nLodging is provided. Meals are provided or reimbursed at the state per diem rate. Travel to and from the training is not covered. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/trial-advocacy-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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