Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Services Council

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

CIIFER: Zero Day
2026-09-01 | –, Staunton, VA
CIIFER: ZERO DAY is CASC’s basic digital evidence course for Virginia prosecutors and Virginia 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.
The 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.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

CIIFER: Cyber-attacks, Internet Investigations, Forensic Analysis and Electronic Records: Digital Evidence for Prosecutors and Law Enforcement
2026-09-02 - 2026-09-03 | –, Staunton, VA
CIIFER is CASC’s digital evidence conference, a two-day statewide conference welcoming Virginia prosecutors and Virginia 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.
The 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.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370.
Click here to register.

Investigation and Prosecution of Gang Cases ("Gang Busters XII")
2026-09-13 - 2026-09-18 | –, Williamsburg, VA
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.
This 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.
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 Monday, May 31, 2026. Acceptance decisions will be emailed no later than June 30, 2026.
Lodging is provided for attendees whose office is 25 miles or more from the training venue. Breakfast and lunch are provided. Mileage will not be reimbursed.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Webinar: I Know Where You Live: Controlling Open-Source Information for Prosecutors
2026-09-17 14:00 - 15:30 | –, Zoom Webinar
CASC is pleased to present the next webinar in our 2026 webinar series: “I Know Where You Live: Controlling Open-Source Information for Prosecutors”.
Citizens (including criminals), and the media have access to open-source information. That means they have access to your personal information (address, date of birth, family members, home floor plan, where your kids go to school, etc.). This session looks at open-source information and highlights real-world and online operational security steps you can take to better protect yourself.
The instructor is Alicia Lamm. Alicia served in different roles with the James City County Police Department as a Patrol Officer, School Resource Officer, and Crime/Intelligence Analyst. Because she specialized in Open-Source intelligence, officers frequently came to her to locate individuals and identify suspects. Alicia retired after thirty-five years and is currently a Program Specialist for CASC.
The webinar will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
CASC welcomes both prosecutors and their staff members employed in Virginia Commonwealth’s Attorneys’ Offices to this webinar.
You must register by September 16, 2026. Click here to register.

Prosecutor Bootcamp: A Comprehensive Training for the New Prosecutor
2026-09-20 - 2026-09-25 | –, Staunton, VA
Prosecutor Bootcamp is a week-long intensive training for the new prosecutor. It will be held in Staunton, Virginia. This program is open to prosecutors with three years or less experience. Specific topics to be covered include trial skills, evidentiary issues, practice in General District and Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court, work-life balance, and legal writing, among others.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is twenty-five miles or more from the program venue. Meals will be provided but mileage to and from the program is not covered.
Students will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, with a preference for one attendee per jurisdiction. Multiple attendees from the same jurisdiction will be considered if space is available.
Registration closes on June 3 and by July 2 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist.
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu
Click here to register.

Sound of Silence (Child Abuse)
2026-09-27 - 2026-10-02 | –, Staunton, VA
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 is provided for attendees whose office is twenty-five miles or more from the training site in Staunton, VA. Meals and parking will be provided for all attendees. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Space is limited to 10 teams comprised of one prosecutor, one investigator and one child protective services worker from the same jurisdiction.
ACCEPTANCE IS BY APPLICATION ONLY. Upon completion of the online registration you will receive an emailed confirmation which includes a link to download the application. All team members must register, complete the application, and return it to CASC by June 3. By July 2 you will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist.
For more information, contact Nancy Oglesby at noglesby@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Trauma to Trial
2026-10-04 - 2026-10-09 | –, Staunton, VA
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.
The program is free. Lodging for attendees whose offices are more than twenty-five miles from the training site will be provided. Meals and parking will be provided to all attendees. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Space 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.
ACCEPTANCE 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 by June 3. Your team will be notified if you are in the program or have been placed on the waitlist by July 2.
For more information contact Nancy Oglesby, noglesby@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Red Flag 2026: Ring of Fire: Arson Prosecutions Program
2026-10-05 - 2026-10-09 | –, Blacksburg, VA
CASC’s Arson Investigation & Prosecution program is focused on all aspects of arson cases, including forensics, expert testimony, and legal aspects, and is focused on arson as a tool of fraud. This program combines prosecutors, Virginia State Police/BCI investigators, insurance company fraud investigators, and Virginia law enforcement investigators for a week of team training which includes ATF arson specialists and a “live burn” where students will witness and then examine a crime scene.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is twenty-five miles (25) or more from the training venue. Meals for government employees will be reimbursed at state per diem rate. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility. The program begins at noon on Monday, October 5, and ends at noon on Friday, October 9, 2026.
This program is a rotating program with other topics involving insurance fraud. Some, but not all, sessions will be repeated from previous “Red Flag” insurance fraud trainings. Previous attendees of other “Red Flag” insurance fraud programs (such as financial investigations and elder fraud) are welcome to attend.
For more information, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370
Click here to register.

Prosecutor Civil Practice: Advanced Asset Forfeiture & Civil Process in ESRO, Sealing, and Expungement Cases
2026-10-29 | –, Richmond, VA
CASC is excited to share a new free training for Virginia prosecutors and Virginia law enforcement officers, “Prosecutor Civil Practice: Advanced Asset Forfeiture & Civil Process in ESRO, Sealing, and Expungement Cases.” This advanced program is intended for prosecutors who litigate asset forfeiture cases, emergency substantial risk order (ESRO) cases, and engage in litigation regarding sealing and expungement.
Please note that this class is intended as advanced training for lawyers with experience in these matters. CASC offers and will continue to offer basic and introductory training in asset forfeiture cases, emergency substantial risk order (ESRO) cases, and sealing and expungement in the future.
This one-day training will take place Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at CASC’s Training Facility in downtown Richmond.
This training is sponsored by the Virginia Criminal Justice Foundation. Lunch and parking at the Truist Building will be provided courtesy of the Virginia Criminal Justice Foundation.
This program is open to all Virginia prosecutors. The program is free of charge. No reimbursement will be provided for this training for lodging, mileage, meals or any other expenses.
If you have questions, contact Elliott Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Murder One: Basic Homicide Prosecution
2026-11-08 - 2026-11-11 | –, Staunton, VA
This program is a four-day training for approximately 35 prosecutors on essential homicide prosecution skills to include: Ethics, Discovery, Exculpatory Evidence, etc. The training will cover all aspects of preparing and trying a successful homicide case from voir dire to closing argument. Emphasis will be on investigations and working with witnesses, evidence gathering and presentation, preparation of expert witnesses, and forensics as well as meeting common defenses including alibi, NGRI, misidentifications, causation of death and self-defense.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is more than twenty-five miles from the venue in Williamsburg. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Murder Two: Advanced Homicide Prosecution
2026-11-11 - 2026-11-14 | –, Staunton, VA
A four-day training program for approximately 35 prosecutors on advanced homicide prosecution skills to include: Ethics, Discovery, Exculpatory Evidence, etc. The training will examine difficult challenges in complex homicide cases, including drug overdose deaths, child homicides, multi-defendant cases, no-body and cold cases. This training will also examine advanced issues such as mental health defenses and aggravated murder cases. Previous attendance at one of CASC’s Homicide programs is a pre-requisite, unless CASC permission is granted.
Lodging will be provided for attendees whose office is more than twenty-five miles from the venue in Williamsburg. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to all attendees..
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Click here to register.

Executive Program 2026
2026-12-02 - 2026-12-04 | –, Harrisonburg
The Executive Program is a training seminar devoted to management issues, with attendance restricted to the 120 elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys and Chief Deputies. The program addresses leadership skills, office management, case management, employment practices and personnel issues, police relations, press and public relations and other topics important to prosecutors in leadership positions.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370.
Registration will open in September 2026.

Intro to Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
2027-01-11 - 2027-01-12 | –, Williamsburg, VA
CASC, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Introduction to Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution. It will be held in Williamsburg January 11 – 12, 2027. This basic training is a prerequisite to the advanced training.
This free two-day (all day each day) training will increase the overall awareness and understanding of human trafficking, and dispel common myths and misconceptions by way of data. It will further create an understanding and working knowledge of the applicable forced labor and commercial sex trafficking laws as well as increase victim identification and improve human trafficking investigations and prosecutions. Lastly, it will improve the collaborative response to combat trafficking in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The program is free. Lodging will be provided, if requested, for attendees whose home is twenty-five miles or more from the training site. Free parking is available. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge each day. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Seats are limited. By registering to attend, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided.
Click here to register.

Advanced Human Trafficking for Law Enforcement and Prosecutors
2027-01-13 - 2027-01-14 | –, Williamsburg, VA
CASC, DCJS and the VSP together are offering a free two-day training to both prosecutors and law enforcement on the Advanced Human Trafficking Investigation and Prosecution. It will be held in Williamsburg January 13 – 14, 2027. Note: The Intro to Human Trafficking training is a prerequisite for this advanced training.
The advanced human trafficking training serves as an intensive two-day (all day each day) training for experienced law enforcement and prosecutors seeking to deepen their expertise in identifying, investigating, and prosecuting human trafficking cases. This training builds upon the foundational knowledge learned in HTI’s introductory human trafficking training. Participants will engage in case studies, interactive scenario-based training, and collaborative exercises that enhance their ability to dismantle human trafficking networks and secure victim-centered prosecutions.
The program is free. Lodging will be provided, if requested, for attendees whose home is twenty-five miles or more from the training site. Free parking is available. Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge each day. Dinner will be on your own and not reimbursed. Mileage is NOT covered and will be the attendee’s responsibility.
Seats are limited. By registering to attend, you are agreeing to attend and participate in the entire two-day program. CLE’s and PIC credits will be provided.
Click here to register.

"Train the Trainer" Prosecuting Human Trafficking
2027-02-07 - 2027-02-10 | ONLINE
CASC will be providing a Human Trafficking “Train the Trainer” training for prosecutors February 7-10, 2027. This is for prosecutors only. Registration will open in the fall. Location is TBD.
Attendance will be by application only. A prerequisite to this training is attendance at CASC’s Human Trafficking Training.
If you are interested in the above and have not attended a CASC Human Trafficking training, you can register for the January 10-14, 2027, training using these links.
Register for Introduction to Human Trafficking
Register for Advanced Human Trafficking
Contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu with any questions.

Advanced Trial Advocacy Program
2027-02-28 - 2027-03-03 | –, Virginia Beach, VA
The Advanced Trial Advocacy Program is an intensive four-day program offered for prosecutors who have some jury trial experience. This program is intended for prosecutors who have not attended the Trial Advocacy Program but also have 3-5 years of experience and have done several jury trials. This program will provide approximately 12 CLE hours. Instead of a case study being provided to students, attendees will be required to each bring one of their own cases to work from throughout the program using it for discussions, cross examinations, and closing arguments. Lectures will cover analytical advocacy as well as all phases of a jury trial from voir dire to closing argument, preserving the record, and admitting various kinds of evidence. There will be small group case discussions and student performances.
This program will be held in Virginia Beach. Attendance is limited to 30 students. Breakfast and lunch will be provided and dinner will be reimbursed per CASC policy. Lodging will be provided to attendees whose home is 25 miles or more from the venue. Travel to and from the training is not covered.
Attendance at all sessions of the program is mandatory.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu
Click here to register.

Spring Institute 2027
2027-04-11 - 2027-04-14 | –, Norfolk, VA
The Spring Institute program agenda is a multi-track continuing legal education program offering up to 18 hours of live MCLE credits, emphasizing ethics, recent legislative enactments, recent judicial decisions, current developments in criminal law. Attendance is open to all Virginia prosecutors.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu
Registration open January 2027.

Annual Summer Conference 2027
2027-08-05 - 2027-08-08 | –, Virginia Beach, VA
The VACA 88th Annual Summer Conference will be held August 5 – 8, 2026, at the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

This single-track continuing legal education program offering approximately 12.0 MCLE credits is open to all Virginia prosecutors.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu.
Registration opens in May 2027.

Executive Program 2027
2027-12-01 - 2027-12-03 | –, Blacksburg, VA
The Executive Program is a training seminar devoted to management issues, with attendance restricted to the 120 elected Commonwealth’s Attorneys and Chief Deputies. The program addresses leadership skills, office management, case management, employment practices and personnel issues, police relations, press and public relations and other topics important to prosecutors in leadership positions.
For more information, contact Elliott J. Casey at ejcasey@wm.edu or 757-585-4370.
Registration will open in September 2027.

Spring Institute 2028
2028-04-23 - 2028-04-26 | –, Norfolk, VA
The Spring Institute program agenda is a multi-track continuing legal education program offering up to 18 hours of live MCLE credits, emphasizing ethics, recent legislative enactments, recent judicial decisions, current developments in criminal law. Attendance is open to all Virginia prosecutors.
For more information, contact Jill Harris at jcharris@wm.edu
Registration open January 2028.
