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SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Stafford County
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 Stafford County. Lunches will be provided for commuting attendees. No mileage reimbursement will be provided. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance to the program\, confirmation of selection for the program will be sent by May 1\, 2025. \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-stafford-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Stafford\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
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SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Blacksburg
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 Blacksburg. Lunches will be provided for commuting attendees. No mileage reimbursement will be provided. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance to the program\, confirmation of selection for the program will be sent by March 31\, 2025. \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-blacksburg-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Blacksburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20241207T065821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T065821Z
UID:11537-1750248000-1750248000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/council-meeting-51/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20241205T070215Z
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UID:11487-1750636800-1750895999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Fury Road: Investigating and Prosecuting Impaired Fatal Crashes
DESCRIPTION: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\, 2025. 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. \nThis 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. \nRegistration does not guarantee acceptance into the program. Confirmation of selection will be sent by email by May 1\, 2025. \nLodging and meals will be provided for participants whose office is more than twenty-five (25) miles from the training venue\, and lunch will be provided for commuting attendees. Please note that no mileage reimbursement will be offered. \nFor more information\, contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/fury-road-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
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UID:12008-1751551200-1751556600@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Webinar: Combatting Common Defenses in Criminal Trials
DESCRIPTION:CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2025 webinar series:\n“Combatting Common Defenses in Criminal Trials“. \nThis training is focused on the most common defenses in criminal cases and how to prepare for and rebut those defenses. Defenses to be addressed are: Alibi\, self-defense\, claim of right. \nThe webinar will take place on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025\, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 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 July 2\, 2025.  Click here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/webinar-combatting-common-defenses/
LOCATION:–\, Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250625T224748Z
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UID:12060-1753452000-1753452000@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Webinar: Pre-trial Identification and Photo-IDs
DESCRIPTION:CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2025 webinar series: “Pre-trial Identification and Photo-IDs“. \nThis training focuses on the rules under the Constitution for Photo-IDs\, Show-Ups\, and Pretrial Identification during a law enforcement investigation. The webinar will discuss how to handle motions to suppress and how to apply the rule under Neil v. Biggers and the cases that follow it. \nThe webinar will take place on Friday\, July 25\, 2025\, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. \nOur presenter is Elliott Casey\, CASC Director. \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 July 24\, 2025.  Click here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/webinar-pre-trial-id2025/
LOCATION:–\, Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20240717T133254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183618Z
UID:9338-1753920000-1754265599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Annual Summer Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:The VACA 86th Annual Summer Conference will be held July 31 – August 3\, 2025\, at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.\n \nThis single-track continuing legal education program offering approximately 12.0 MCLE credits is open to all Virginia prosecutors. \nFor more information\, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/annual-summer-conference-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Virginia Beach\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250709T215338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183552Z
UID:12855-1755784800-1755790200@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Webinar: Defending Constitutional Challenges to Statutes
DESCRIPTION:CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2025 webinar series: “Defending Constitutional Challenges to Statutes“. \nThis session will cover facial and as-applied challenges to statutes and the challenges to statutes grounded in particular constitutional amendments\, notably First and Second Amendment challenges. We will examine case examples and offer suggestions on how to defend against these now more common challenges. \nThe webinar will take place on Thursday\, August 21\, 2025\, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. \nVirginia prosecutors and non-attorney staff within Virginia’s Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Offices are welcome to register. \nCASC will endeavor to record this training and put the recording on Prosecutor’s Encyclopedia as well for future reference. \nYou must register by August 20\, 2025.  Click here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/webinar_2025_defending_constitutional_challenges/
LOCATION:–\, Zoom Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20241202T230853Z
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UID:11465-1756080000-1756425599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Advanced DUI Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Staunton
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced DUI Training Program is an intensive course designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers and will be held in Staunton on August 25 – 28\, 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 June 1\, 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_staunton/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20241202T231845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183454Z
UID:11466-1756339200-1756511999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:DUID Training for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors - Staunton
DESCRIPTION:The DUID Training Program is designed specifically for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers and will be held in Staunton on August 28 – 29\, 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 June 1\, 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_staunton/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20241107T173453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183433Z
UID:11383-1757203200-1757721599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Investigation and Prosecution of Gang Cases ("Gang Busters XI")
DESCRIPTION:Gang Busters is an intensive\, workshop-style\, interactive training course on the prosecution of gang cases\, similar to TOP GUN one of CASC’s longest running programs. This program covers the latest developments in the law\, the criminal practices used\, an exercise in qualifying as a gang expert and the latest developments in gang investigation and prosecution. \nThis five-day training will be held in Williamsburg and is open to Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement. Attendance is limited to 20 teams\, each of which consists of a prosecutor and a law enforcement investigator from a given jurisdiction. Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory. \nACCEPTANCE 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 Monday\, June 2\, 2025. Acceptance decisions will be emailed no later than June 30\, 2025. \nLodging is provided for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training venue. All meals are provided or reimbursed at the state per diem rate. However\, travel/mileage 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/gangbustersxi_2025/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250314T021411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183413Z
UID:11870-1757980800-1758067199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:CIIFER: Zero Day
DESCRIPTION:CIIFER: ZERO DAY is CASC’s basic digital evidence course for prosecutors and law enforcement. Immediately preceding CASC’s annual CIIFER electronic evidence conference\, ZERO DAY is a one-day\, basic course to introduce basic legal and technical concepts to newcomers to digital evidence collection. The program will include prosecutor and law enforcement instructors. Registration is open to prosecutors and law enforcement who are seeking very basic instruction on the fundamental legal and technical concepts involved in collecting and analyzing digital evidence. \nThe training is held in Staunton\, VA. Attendees will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation (info provided in training registration)\, and CASC will not be reimbursing travel expenses. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/ciifer-zero-day-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250402T220251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183359Z
UID:11885-1758067200-1758239999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:CIIFER: Cyber-attacks\, Internet Investigations\, Forensic Analysis and Electronic Records: Digital Evidence for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement
DESCRIPTION:CIIFER is CASC’s digital evidence conference\, a two-day statewide conference welcoming prosecutors and law enforcement for a multi-track agenda that will include in-depth basic and advanced training on cyber-attacks\, forensic analysis of digital devices\, and obtaining digital records from third parties such as cellphone and internet providers. This program will include subject-matter experts from multiple disciplines as well as representatives from some of the nation’s largest internet-service providers. Prosecutors and law enforcement of all experience levels are welcome. \nThe training is held in Staunton\, VA. Attendees will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation (info provided in training registration)\, and CASC will not be reimbursing travel expenses. \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/ciifer-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250402T220736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183347Z
UID:11888-1758412800-1758931199@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\, but mileage to and from the program is not covered. \nOnce you have registered\, you will receive a confirmation email with further details. 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-bootcamp2025sep/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250404T042829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183336Z
UID:11908-1759017600-1759535999@www.cas.state.va.us
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. \nThe program is free. Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site in Staunton\, VA and parking will be provided. 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 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 by May 31\, 2025. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/sound-of-silence-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250930
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250129T192432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183238Z
UID:11811-1759104000-1759190399@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:This one-day leadership development course held in Richmond\, VA on Monday\, September 29\, 2025 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. \nThis program is open to all management level prosecutors including Commonwealth’s Attorneys and all those in supervisory positions.  The training It is limited to 30 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-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251011
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250404T050518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183217Z
UID:11913-1759622400-1760140799@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 will be provided. 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 comprised of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer 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 the application will be in the registration confirmation email.  BOTH team members must register\, complete the application\, and return it 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-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250404T023345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183202Z
UID:11895-1760400000-1760659199@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 and is held October 14 – 16\, 2025 in Williamsburg\, VA. Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is twenty-five miles or more from the training venue. Meals will be reimbursed at state per diem rate. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. \nFor more information\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/redflag2025fall/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251021
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250829T170114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183150Z
UID:13359-1760918400-1761004799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Search\, Seizure\, and Interrogations: 4th\, 5th\, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Blacksburg)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program. \nIf you have questions\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/4th-5th-6th-amend-fundamental-10-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Blacksburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250404T025953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183133Z
UID:11904-1761177600-1761263999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Asset Forfeiture: Law and Procedure
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThere is no registration fee but CASC will not be reimbursing any expenses for this program. \nIf 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. \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/asset-forfeiture-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250111T003718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183117Z
UID:11759-1762646400-1762991999@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder One: Basic Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLodging 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. \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-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250811T202228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182834Z
UID:13086-1762732800-1762819199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Search\, Seizure\, and Interrogations: 4th\, 5th\, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Richmond)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program. \nIf you have questions\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. This training is full. Click here to see another training date which is taking place in Northern Virginia.
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/4th-5th-6th-amend-fundamental-11-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Richmond\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251116
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250111T015325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182859Z
UID:11764-1762905600-1763251199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Murder Two: Advanced Homicide Prosecution
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLodging 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.. \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-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20251027T201232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183053Z
UID:13514-1763596800-1763769599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:DUID: High Crimes and Misdemeanors for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Training - Eastern Shore
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nThere 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. \nTraining 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. \n\n\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-training-eastern-shore-2026/
LOCATION:–\, Eastern Shore
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Paula Bruns":MAILTO:pmbruns@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20240717T133550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183038Z
UID:9343-1764720000-1764979199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Executive Program 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \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-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251211
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250814T205803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T211552Z
UID:13105-1765324800-1765411199@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Search\, Seizure\, and Interrogations: 4th\, 5th\, and 6th Amendment Fundamentals (Northern Virginia)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCASC will not reimburse any travel expenses for this program. \nIf you have questions\, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/4th-5th-6th-amend-fundamental-12-2025/
LOCATION:–\, Ashburn\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott J. Casey":MAILTO:ejcasey@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250811T202731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182924Z
UID:13075-1768176000-1768348799@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Intro to Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \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 two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/intro_human_trafficking_2026/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20250811T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182956Z
UID:13080-1768348800-1768521599@www.cas.state.va.us
SUMMARY:Advanced Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \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 two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided. \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/adv_human_trafficking_2026/
LOCATION:–\, Williamsburg\, VA
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Jill Harris":MAILTO:jcharris@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20251018T011554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T011554Z
UID:13492-1769299200-1769817599@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. \nStudents 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. \nRegistration 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. \nFor more information\, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://www.cas.state.va.us/event/prosecutor-bootcamp-jan-2026/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260207
DTSTAMP:20260403T172841
CREATED:20251018T011645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T011645Z
UID:13494-1769904000-1770422399@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 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.\n \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/guns-and-roses-2026/
LOCATION:–\, Staunton
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Oglesby":MAILTO:noglesby@wm.edu
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