Description:
Over the last several years, progressive law enforcement agencies have realized why trauma-informed response to survivors of sexual assault is an improvement over traditional law enforcement investigative methods. This is especially true in how law enforcement has begun using a trauma-informed interviewing process. As a result of this session, participants will be better able to: As a result of this session, participants will be better able to:
Understand lessons learned from a Robbery/Homicide detective when learning trauma-informed response.
Recognize the reasons deception detection works against a survivor of sexual assault and to the benefit of the offender.
Realize that understanding these differences is vital when discussing these techniques with law enforcement personnel and commanders not trained in trauma-informed techniques.
Describe how trauma-informed interview techniques can be used with all victims or witnesses of crimes.
Recognize that trauma-informed interviewing techniques can be used to improve suspect interviews and interrogations.
Trainer:
Mike Schentrup
Decorated and accomplished Law Enforcement Management Professional with an extensive background in Investigations, Training, Tactical and Patrol Operations, and Community Relations. Has 22 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Gainesville, Florida with extensive experience as a major case investigator. Served numerous years as a SWAT operator and an instructor of high liability skills. Demonstrates ideal leadership, organizational, and communication skills in both the professional law enforcement setting and during civic engagements. Maintains record of accomplishment at Critical Incident Scenes and is effective at forming alliances and solidarity between sworn law enforcement and civilian staff. Proficient at liaising with local law enforcement agencies, community groups, and the general public.
This project was supported by Subgrant No. LN321 awarded by the state administering office for the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice's STOP Formula Grant Program. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this training are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the state or the U.S. Department of Justice.