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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250213
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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:20260403T135028
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241207T065254Z
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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:20260403T135028
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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:20260403T135028
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250410
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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:20260403T135028
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250612
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
CREATED:20241220T012044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183909Z
UID:11729-1749513600-1749686399@www.cas.state.va.us
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250618
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
CREATED:20241127T220920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183757Z
UID:11461-1750032000-1750204799@www.cas.state.va.us
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250623
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250626
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
CREATED:20241205T070215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183737Z
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
CREATED:20250520T194108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183657Z
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:20260403T135028
CREATED:20250625T224748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183641Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250804
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
CREATED:20241202T230853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183537Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTSTAMP:20260403T135028
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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