Specialty/In-Service Courses

Use of Force (Essentials, Leadership & Meaningful Review Training)
The Use of Force Trilogy: Building Competence, Confidence & Credibility
Attend any level individually, or save by purchasing the complete trilogy through the Level I registration link.
UPCOMING DATES/LOCATIONS

September 28, 2026 - Level I IDAHO

September 29, 2026 - Level II- IDAHO

September 30, 2026 - Level III- IDAHO

APRIL 26 , 2027 - LEVEL I - MICHIGAN

APRIL 27 , 2027 - LEVEL II - MICHIGAN

APRIL 28 , 2027 - LEVEL III - MICHIGAN

September 13, 2027 - Level I- PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ

September 14, 2027 - Level II- PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ

September 15, 2027 - Level III- PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ

Flexible Enrollment – No Prerequisites

Each level in the Use of Force Trilogy is a complete, stand-alone training experience.
You may attend any course individually, or combine multiple levels for the most comprehensive understanding of force management and leadership.

Whether you’re an officer seeking to strengthen your tactical decision-making, a supervisor refining your oversight skills, or a command-level leader shaping agency policy, this trilogy has a place for you.

Executive Summary

The J. Harris Academy Use of Force Trilogy delivers modern, evidence-based instruction that goes far beyond compliance. It’s about building confidence, accountability, and credibility — one level, one leader, and one agency at a time.
The use of force in law enforcement is one of the most critical — and scrutinized — aspects of modern policing. It requires quick thinking, sound judgment, and a deep understanding of both the law and human behavior.
This comprehensive training series was designed to strengthen every level of your organization — from the newest officer to the highest-ranking executive. Each session stands alone, allowing participants to select the course that best fits their role and experience, or attend all three for the full continuum of learning.

Whether your focus is tactical application, supervisory oversight, or organizational accountability, this program provides practical, real-world strategies to ensure your agency is prepared, professional, and trusted.

Target Audience

All Law Enforcement Officers / All Ranks (Police, Sheriff, Corrections, etc.)

Union Leadership

Firearms & Defensive Tactics Instructors

First-Line Supervisors and Mid-Level Leaders

Internal Affairs / Professional Standards Personnel

Command Staff & Executive Officers

Policy Developers & Accreditation Managers

Legal Advisors

Community Review Boards & Oversight Members

Course Times (All Levels): 0830 – 1630 hours
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Use of Force (Level 1): Law Enforcement Essentials

A must-attend foundation course for every officer. This one-day program goes beyond policy and state mandates to explore why force is applied, when it is justified, and how decisions in the moment impact officers, agencies, and communities. Participants will gain clarity on the legal and tactical principles that drive proper decision-making under stress.

Topics Include:

Core case law and legal standards

Threat recognition and tactical judgment

Identifying escalation and de-escalation opportunities

Duty to Intervene: proactive strategies

After-incident medical and officer care

“Next Level” documentation and report writing

Use of Force (Level 2): Leadership, Oversight & Training

Designed for supervisors, trainers, and command-level personnel, this course focuses on leadership responsibilities before, during, and after use-of-force incidents. Attendees learn how to manage real-world critical incidents, ensure effective training and oversight, and maintain public trust through transparency and consistency.

Topics Include:

Supervisory and training case law

Preparing personnel through policy-based training

National case reviews and lessons learned

Real-world, scenario-based leadership exercises

Field supervision and scene management

Building and maintaining community trust

Use of Force (Level 3): Meaningful Reviews & Organizational Best Practices

This course brings a strategic focus to the review and improvement process following force incidents. It equips leaders with the tools to turn each event into an opportunity for organizational learning, risk reduction, and cultural improvement.

Topics Include:

Conducting “meaningful” post-incident reviews

Officer debriefs and developmental feedback

Turning lessons learned into actionable training

Updating policy and retraining for improvement

Managing litigation and liability

Building a forward-thinking, learning organization
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Internal Affairs Investigator
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Internal Affairs Investigator Course A Comprehensive 3-Day Course for Professional Standards, Integrity Oversight & Accountability Maintaining the trust of the community—and the confidence of the officers within the organization—begins with a strong, credible, and highly trained Internal Affairs function. The Internal Affairs Investigator Course is a dynamic, immersive, three-day program designed for officers assigned to Professional Standards, supervisors preparing for IA responsibilities, and leaders seeking to strengthen their agency’s accountability systems. This intensive training provides a complete, step-by-step framework for receiving, investigating, documenting, and adjudicating internal complaints, from minor performance issues to major misconduct cases. More than an overview, this course equips investigators with the knowledge, skills, and practical investigative techniques needed to conduct impartial, defensible, and procedurally sound IA investigations. Using real case studies, practice labs, role-play, and structured investigative exercises, attendees learn to navigate the complexities of Garrity, Weingarten, and Loudermill; conduct fair interviews with complainants, witnesses, and subject officers; analyze evidence; prepare findings; and maintain protected IA records that withstand public scrutiny, media review, and legal challenge. The course also addresses the mental and emotional demands of internal investigations, helping investigators recognize burnout, manage stress, and maintain neutrality—critical skills outlined in your course materials Key Topics Covered

History & evolution of Internal Affairs

Legal foundations: Garrity, Weingarten, Loudermill, Brady/Giglio, First Amendment issues

Ethics, noble cause corruption, and organizational values

Preventing misconduct & understanding performance vs. policy violations

Accepting and documenting complaints (internal & external)

Investigative fundamentals: interviews, evidence collection, documentation

Findings & dispositions (exonerated, unfounded, sustained, etc.)

Discipline, progressive discipline, and immediate suspension authority

Criminal vs. administrative investigations & bifurcation

Records, reporting systems, and CALEA-aligned documentation standards

Early Warning Systems & supervisory bias mitigation

Use of Force review, pursuit investigations, social media issues

Investigator wellness, stress management & shifting the IA narrative

Who Should Attend

Officers transitioning into Internal Affairs

Investigators and Professional Standards staff

Sergeants, Lieutenants, Captains & Commanders

Executive leadership seeking deeper understanding of IA functions

Union leadership wishing to learn the investigative process

Any officer responsible for complaint intake, supervisory review, or discipline

Why Agencies Choose This Program

Satisfies state mandates and accreditation standards nationwide

Built directly around real IA responsibilities—not theory or textbook instruction

Provides investigators with a tested, structured system for complaint handling

Enhances agency transparency, legitimacy, and community trust

Protects officers while ensuring accountability and procedural justice

Taught by seasoned IA commanders with decades of real experience

Course Format

Three (3) days – 21 hours

Lecture, labs, scenario work, role-play, guided discussion

0830–1630 each day (with breaks)
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Road Supervisor “Tune-Up”
Dates & Locations

October 19, 2026 – Passaic County Police Academy CLICK HERE

October 19, 2026 - Pennsauken Police Department, 2400 Bethel Road, Penssauken, NJ 08109 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

December 15, 2026 - Hobbs, NM

MARCH 3, 2027 - ROME, NY

October 14, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY

No classes in your area? Host a class by clicking HERE
For some recent reviews of this course - CLICK HERE. Course Description: Effective public safety organizations rely on the application of proper field supervision. Our first-line supervisors and their oversight of our personnel ensure effective service to our communities, protect our organizations from litigation, and shield our officers from internal/external concerns. Most organizations send their supervisors to a one week class and never retrain them in up-to-date supervisory practices. We know organizations will not send them to another one week class for a similar topic. That is where this course comes into play. This full, one-day “tune-up” discusses the importance of this supervisory role as it relates to key areas of first-line supervision. This is an essential training program for Corporals and Sergeants of all experience levels. The goal of this program is to refocus those who have been serving in the rank for some time and may have become a slave to the administrative tasks and complacent to the monitoring and proactive supervision of our people. Topics Discussed:

Motivation & Morale

Communication for the individual & the team

Understanding Generational Differences

Positive Organizational Communication

Understanding "Toxic" environments & Micromanagement

Designing a proactive supervision plan, time management, delegation, & personnel development

Understanding Coaching v. Counseling (handling performance and policy violations)

Open Discussion Forum: Tips for Specific Supervisory Issues

Course Time: 0830-1630 Pre-Requisites: Sworn Officer Payment Information:

Credit Card Payments:

After you enter ticket information, you will be transferred to the payment page where you can enter your credit card information and complete your registration. You will then be set for the course.

Purchase Orders:

After you enter ticket information, you will be transferred to the payment page.

A checkbox above the payment information indicates a purchase order option.

The person doing the registration will receive a confirmation "invoice" for the individual/group. That invoice can be utilized for payment with a department purchase order.

Even though it says your registration is 'pending', your officers are immediately registered for the course.

Cancellations & Modifications: All cancellations must be received within 48-hours of the date of the program. Modifications or Officer swaps can be done at any time including the day of training. Failing to cancel prior to the 48-hour time frame will result in payment of 50% of the tuition cost.

ONLINE Version - This can be paid with a credit card at the time of purchase. If an organization wishes to have this option for multiple officers, a purchase order payment can be done by contacting us at office@jharristraining.com

This course is also available in a 4.5 hour ONLINE program.

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Performance Evaluations: Investing in Our Future
Dates and Locations

October 14, 2026- Kean University - 1000 Morris Ave, Union, NJ - Click Here to Register

September 23, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
This one day course is specifically designed to increase the knowledge, skills and abilities of all supervisory personnel (civilian and sworn) who evaluate the performance of others. Many times, the list of observable dimensions, tasks, skills, or competency areas are listed by the agency, but the training on proactive supervisory skills to monitor and document these items are not adequately conveyed. The result is a worthless document that becomes a checkbox for accreditation. Agencies should make these instruments Career Enhancement tools to provide meaningful feedback that allows our employees to reach their individual maximum potential. If done correctly, this supervisory task can assist with developing employee motivation, enhancing organizational morale, identify future leaders, provide individualized employee development, and more. Who Should Attend?

First-Line Supervisors

Middle Managers (Majors, Captains, Lieutenants)

Internal Affairs Investigators

Union Leaders

Executive Leaders looking to enhance their current programs

Civilian Supervisory Personnel who evaluate others

Course Includes:

Changing the Current Culture

Methods for Proactive Supervision

Documenting Objective Observations

Common Errors with Supervisory Practices

The Employee Interview

Setting Goals & Mutual Expectations with Employees

Practice Labs for Understanding

And more...

RECENT REVIEWS OF THIS COURSE - CLICK HERE
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Spanish For First-Responders
Course Description: Learn from the best and get started on your career development today with our partner - Custom Spanish Courses. Instructor & Developer, Meredith Kasper, takes you through various learning strategies so you can be successful in learning Spanish for your position. Learn the right Spanish phrases for your job from useful phrases to help de-escalate a situation to a basic traffic stop. These online courses help law enforcement be more effective with their interactions with the Spanish speaking community. Take the courses independently and select any start date so you can learn at your own pace. These courses build upon each other with phrases that will become more complex at each level. Courses are designed for:

Law Enforcement

Fire/EMS

Dispatchers

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Evidence Custodian: From Intake to Final Disposition

Groups of 5 or More Attendees? Contact us for Discounted Pricing (office@jharristraining.org) The integrity of a law enforcement agency's property and evidence operation is critical to successful prosecutions, public trust, and organizational accountability. Every item of evidence must be properly received, documented, secured, maintained, audited, and ultimately returned or destroyed in accordance with legal requirements and agency policy. A single mistake can compromise a criminal case, expose an agency to liability, or undermine confidence in the evidence management process. Evidence Custodian: From Intake to Final Disposition is a comprehensive one-day course designed for personnel responsible for managing, supervising, or overseeing property and evidence operations. Whether you are a newly assigned evidence custodian, an experienced technician who has never received formal training, a first-line supervisor, or a command-level leader responsible for evidence room operations, or a District Attorney/Prosecutor attending to gain more understanding of the process and best practices, this course provides the knowledge and practical guidance needed to operate a secure, efficient, and accountable evidence management system. Participants will examine the complete life cycle of property and evidence—from collection and initial intake through packaging, documentation, chain of custody, storage, security, audits, inventories, inspections, courtroom preparation, biological evidence considerations, firearms, controlled dangerous substances, currency, found property, safekeeping, and final disposition through return, forfeiture, or destruction. The course also addresses policy development, risk management, accreditation considerations, internal controls, supervisory responsibilities, facility security, records management, and best practices for maintaining the integrity of the evidence room. Participants will learn practical strategies to reduce errors, improve efficiency, prepare for audits and inspections, and identify common deficiencies before they become significant organizational problems. Through real-world examples, case studies, and practical instruction, attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the responsibilities, legal considerations, and operational best practices necessary to ensure the secure management of property and evidence from initial intake to final disposition. Whether your agency is establishing a new evidence operation, strengthening existing practices, or preparing personnel for greater responsibility, this course provides the essential foundation for professional, accountable, and legally defensible evidence management.

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Crime Scene Management: Preserving the Evidence

Groups of 5 or More Attendees? Contact us for Discounted Pricing (office@jharristraining.org) The success of any criminal investigation depends on the proper preservation of evidence from the moment the first officer arrives. Long before crime scene specialists or forensic experts reach the scene, first responders are responsible for protecting evidence, preventing contamination, and making critical decisions that can directly impact the outcome of an investigation and subsequent prosecution. Crime Scene Management: Preserving the Evidence is a practical, one-day course designed for patrol officers, detectives, supervisors, investigators, and other law enforcement personnel who may be responsible for securing and managing crime scenes when specialized crime scene personnel are unavailable or delayed. Participants will gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to preserve the integrity of physical evidence while maintaining a safe, organized, and legally defensible crime scene. This course examines the responsibilities of the first responding officer/supervisor, including scene assessment, officer safety, emergency response considerations, establishing and maintaining scene security, protecting transient evidence, preventing contamination, identifying and documenting evidence, maintaining chain of custody, and preparing the scene for investigators and forensic personnel. Participants will also learn proper methods for documenting crime scenes through notes, photography, sketches, and diagrams, as well as the appropriate collection, packaging, and preservation of common types of physical evidence. Instruction also addresses legal considerations, search authority, supervisory responsibilities, common investigative mistakes, and practical strategies for ensuring evidence remains admissible and reliable throughout the criminal justice process. Through real-world case studies, interactive discussion, and best-practice instruction, participants will develop the confidence to make sound decisions during the most critical stages of an investigation. Whether responding to a burglary, robbery, homicide, assault, fatal crash, or other major incident, the first officer and/or supervisor on the scene plays a vital role in preserving the truth. This course equips law enforcement professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to protect the evidence, strengthen investigations, and support successful prosecutions through effective crime scene management.

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Performance-Driven Leadership for Civilian Public Safety Supervisors
Strong civilian supervisors are essential to the success of every public safety organization. Whether leading a 9-1-1 communications center, records bureau, evidence unit, crime analysis division, accreditation office, administrative services, or other civilian operations, supervisors are responsible for developing employees, driving performance, and supporting the mission of the organization. Performance-Driven Leadership for Civilian Public Safety Supervisors is a dynamic 16-hour leadership program designed specifically for first-line civilian supervisors working in law enforcement, fire, EMS, emergency communications, corrections, and other public safety agencies. This interactive course provides practical, real-world leadership strategies that participants can immediately apply in the workplace. Students will learn how to successfully transition from employee to supervisor, build trust and credibility, coach employees for improved performance, manage conflict, navigate difficult conversations, strengthen accountability, and create a culture of professionalism and excellence. Recognizing the unique demands placed on civilian public safety professionals, the course also addresses employee wellness, trauma-informed leadership, resilience, burnout prevention, and leading teams through critical incidents and organizational change. Through engaging discussions, case studies, scenario-based learning, and leadership exercises, participants will leave with the confidence, skills, and tools necessary to build high-performing teams and positively influence their organizations.
Who Should Attend

9-1-1 Communications Supervisors

Public Safety Communications Team Leaders

Records Supervisors

Property & Evidence Supervisors

Crime Analysis Supervisors

Accreditation Managers

Administrative Services Supervisors

Civilian Managers in Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, and Corrections

Newly Promoted or Aspiring Civilian Supervisors

Experienced Civilian Leaders Seeking Advanced Leadership Skills

Key Learning Topics

Transitioning from Employee to Supervisor

Leadership and Professional Credibility

Leading Former Peers

Effective Communication and Emotional Intelligence

Coaching, Mentoring, and Employee Development

Performance Management and Accountability

Documentation and Progressive Discipline

Conflict Resolution and Difficult Conversations

Building High-Performing Teams

Employee Engagement and Motivation

Trauma-Informed Leadership

Wellness, Resilience, and Burnout Prevention

Critical Incident Leadership

Decision-Making Under Pressure

Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Managing Organizational Change

Labor Relations and Workplace Culture

Developing a Personal Leadership Action Plan

Participants will leave this course with practical leadership techniques, increased confidence, and a personalized action plan to immediately enhance employee performance, strengthen team culture, and improve organizational effectiveness.
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New Jersey: K9 Legal Update Course
A Comprehensive One-Day Legal Update for New Jersey Police Canine Handlers, Supervisors, Trainers, Internal Affairs Investigators, and Command Staff The legal landscape surrounding police canine operations continues to evolve. Court decisions, changing use of force standards, emerging liability concerns, and increased public scrutiny require every K-9 handler and supervisor to remain current on the laws governing canine deployment. The NJ K-9 Legal Update Courseis a comprehensive one-day program designed specifically for New Jersey law enforcement professionals who work with or supervise police canine teams. This course provides an in-depth review of the latest federal and New Jersey case law affecting K-9 operations while examining best practices that reduce agency liability and improve operational effectiveness. Participants will explore the constitutional principles governing canine deployments, the legal standards surrounding apprehension bites and force applications, search and seizure issues, vehicle sniffs, building searches, tracking operations, and handler decision-making. Through the review of recent court decisions, body-worn camera footage, real-world incidents, and practical case studies, attendees will gain a clear understanding of how courts evaluate K-9 deployments and what agencies can do to better defend their actions. The course also examines current use of force trends, documentation requirements, report writing, supervisory responsibilities, policy development, civil liability, and courtroom testimony. Whether you are a new handler, experienced K-9 officer, supervisor, trainer, or command officer, this program provides practical guidance to help ensure your deployments remain legally sound, tactically appropriate, and professionally defensible. Course Topics Include:

Recent New Jersey and federal K-9 case law updates

Constitutional standards governing canine deployments

Fourth Amendment search and seizure issues

Vehicle sniffs and evolving legal standards

Building searches and tactical considerations

Tracking operations and constitutional implications

K-9 apprehensions and use of force analysis

Graham v. Connor and current use of force standards

Civil liability for handlers, supervisors, and agencies

Documentation and report writing that withstand legal scrutiny

Body-worn camera considerations during K-9 deployments

Supervisory review of K-9 incidents

Policy updates and risk management strategies

Lessons learned from significant K-9 incidents nationwide

Preparing for courtroom testimony and civil litigation

This course is designed to provide attendees with current legal knowledge, practical guidance, and proven best practices that help protect officers, agencies, and the communities they serve.
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Miranda: Getting the Conviction!

$149.00

This course is specifically designed to review the basics of the laws of interview and interrogation. Diving deep into the aspects of Miranda Warnings, instructors will cover the case law and situations that have shaped how we interview suspects, witnesses and victims. This one day program is a must for new officers, Field Training Officers, Detectives, Undercover Officers, Task Force Officers, First-Line Supervisors, Internal Affairs Professionals, and more. Is your agency sending more than 10 officers? Contact us for discounted pricing. Personal Pay & Department Purchase Orders Accepted

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Dynamic Testimony: Elevating Law Enforcement Presence in the Courtroom

$159.00
April 5, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
Dynamic Testimony is a high-impact, 4-hour law enforcement training program designed to strengthen officer credibility, confidence, and professional presence in the courtroom. Whether testifying in criminal, civil, municipal, or administrative proceedings, officers learn exactly how to prepare, communicate, and withstand the pressures of cross-examination. This course gives every officer the tools to deliver clear, factual, and defensible testimony that stands up to scrutiny and supports the integrity of the entire agency. COURSE OVERVIEW Courtroom testimony is one of the most critical responsibilities in policing—and one of the most stressful. Dynamic Testimony removes uncertainty by teaching officers how to transform strong report writing and case preparation into powerful testimony. Through lecture, guided discussion, and practical exercises, participants learn how to avoid common pitfalls, stay composed under pressure, and communicate with precision, accuracy, and professionalism. This course covers the officer’s role during pre-trial preparation, grand jury, suppression hearings, and trial proceedings. Officers gain a complete understanding of courtroom expectations, how attorneys frame questions, how to respond to attempts to impeach credibility, and how to maintain control during rapid-fire or compound questioning. KEY TRAINING TOPICS

Report Writing and Pre-Trial Preparation

Courtroom Roles and Trial Procedures

Testimony Delivery and Composure

How to handle memory lapses honestly while preserving integrity

Professionalism and Ethics

WHO SHOULD ATTEND This program is ideal for:

Sworn police officers

Corrections officers and supervisors

Field Training Officers

First-line supervisors seeking enhanced courtroom skills

Mid-level and command-level leaders responsible for case integrity and organizational credibility

Any agency member who may testify in criminal, civil, administrative, or disciplinary hearings

WHY AGENCIES CHOOSE THIS COURSE Pricing is Per Person Strong testimony protects cases, strengthens prosecutions, reduces liability, and enhances community trust. Poor testimony can jeopardize investigations, undermine credibility, and damage an agency’s reputation. Dynamic Testimony helps agencies improve overall case quality by teaching officers to communicate confidently, ethically, and professionally in every courtroom setting. Equip your officers with the skills needed to excel on the stand and represent your agency with confidence. Contact J. Harris Academy of Police Training to host this course or register your personnel for an upcoming session.
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New Jersey Firearms Law Courses

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
October 28, 2026 - East Brunswick Police Training Facility, 23 Harts Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

December 14, 2026 - New Hanover Twp (Burlington County) CLICK HERE

June 16, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
Times: 0830-1600 Few areas of law in New Jersey are as scattered, confusing and convoluted as New Jersey Firearms laws. Our one-day seminars and interactive courses will review all aspects of these Laws and provide attendees with a superior knowledge in the following topic areas:

Permits (disqualifiers, appeals, revocations and forfeitures)

Expungements

Mental Health Issues

OPRA and Common Law Right to Know

Criminal Charges

Domestic Violence

Specific issues in the NJ administrative code

Federal Case Law

And More…

These courses is instructed by attorney Cindy Glaser.
Licensing course:

This course will cover all aspects of firearms permits including:

Permits (disqualifiers, appeals, revocations and forfeitures)

Expungements

Mental Health Issues

OPRA and Common Law Right to Know

Federal Law pertinent to NJ Licensing

This course is ideal for both civilians and sworn personnel responsible for investigating firearms applicants.

Legal Update Course:

Criminal Charges

Domestic Violence

ERPO's and Red Flag Laws

Federal Case Law pertinent in New Jersey

Special emphasis on recent caselaw regarding concealed carry
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New Jersey Open Public Records Act

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
UPCOMING CLASSES

October 5, 2026 - Morris County Public Safety Training Academy CLICK HERE

October 14, 2026 - J Harris Corporate Office - 40 Bey Lea Rd Suite C204 Toms River, NJ CLICK HERE

November 12, 2026 - New Hanover Police Department - 2 Hockamick Rd Cookstown, NJ CLICK HERE

June 3, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
ONLINE OPRA Course - Not Available for DLGS Credits
ONLINE OPRA Course CLICK HERE
Course Description: In today’s environment of heightened scrutiny, litigation risk, and constant public demand for information, every member of a law enforcement or municipal organization—sworn or civilian—must understand the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). This dynamic, one-day training goes far beyond the basics, giving participants the tools, confidence, and clarity needed to navigate New Jersey’s complex transparency requirements. Through real case studies, current court rulings, emerging trends, and practical decision-making scenarios, attendees will learn how to confidently evaluate requests, identify exemptions, protect sensitive information, and avoid costly mistakes that damage credibility or expose the agency to liability. This highly interactive course bridges the gap between frontline staff, records personnel, supervisors, attorneys, and command-level decision-makers—ensuring everyone understands their role in the information-release process. Topics include:

What must be released—and what must never be released

Recent case law shaping how agencies respond

Records pitfalls that trigger lawsuits, fines, or investigations

Best practices for police reports, video, emails, personnel files, and digital data

Strategies to reduce errors, delays, and public conflict

Building consistent, defensible processes within your agency

Whether you’re a police officer, supervisor, records clerk, municipal employee, or command-level executive, this course provides the knowledge you need to operate confidently and legally in an era where transparency is non-negotiable. This course has previously been approved by DLGS for CMFO, CTC, CPWM, RMC, and QPA CEUs. Time: 0830-1630 Testimonial OPRA information is constantly changing, it's very important to stay current, finding a school that is well versed in OPRA is equally important. The instructor Phil Rizzo presented the material that was understandable, and never hesitated to answer questions and expended on the discussion that benefited most of the class. Sgt. Daniel Perovic Woodbridge Police
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Case Law: Road Cop Essentials

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
Upcoming Dates/Locations: (All classes are 0830-1630 hours)

October 15, 2026 - New Hanover Twp (Burlington County) CLICK HERE

November 16, 2026 - Hasbrouck Heights Police Department, 248 Hamilton Ave, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ CLICK HERE

May 27, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
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Master New Jersey-specific case law in this one-day seminar designed for law enforcement professionals at every level. Road cops—new or veteran—sharpen response skills & apply best practices. Road supervisors strengthen oversight & report review, while K9 officers enhance specialized case handling. Field training officers refine recruit development, and academy staff, cadet administrators, & instructors gain tools to better prepare the next generation. Cases are vetted by a retired Assistant County Prosecutor. A comprehensive, real-world program. Target Audience:

Road Cops

Road Supervisors

Canine Officers

Field Training Officers

Middle Managers

Internal Affairs Officers

Course Curriculum (0830-1630 hours)

Module 1: Police-Citizen Encounters & the "Mere Inquiry"

Module 2: Investigative Detentions

Module 3: Stop & Frisk Incidents

Module 4: Arrest Situations

Module 5: Motor Vehicle Stops & Searches

Module 6: Overlooked Reasonable Suspicion Triggers
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Search Warrants: Preparation for Professionals

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
Dates/Location

October 27, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
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Course Description: Executing a lawful search begins long before officers arrive at the door. It starts with a well-crafted, thoroughly justified, and legally defensible search warrant. This intensive one-day program gives investigators, supervisors, and patrol personnel the practical tools they need to prepare airtight warrants that withstand courtroom scrutiny and support successful prosecutions. Taught by Cindy Glaser, a highly respected former Assistant Prosecutor with decades of hands-on experience reviewing and approving search warrants, this course delivers the insider knowledge every investigator needs but rarely receives. Participants learn exactly what prosecutors and judges look for, how to avoid costly mistakes, and how to strengthen probable cause through clear articulation and effective documentation. This course blends real-world examples, case-driven learning, and step-by-step instruction so participants leave confident, competent, and ready to prepare search warrants that elevate the quality of their investigations. What You Will Learn

How to strategically develop a search warrant from the first lead to final approval

The critical elements prosecutors expect—and common errors that lead to denials or suppression

Proper construction, documentation, and articulation to support probable cause

Practical updates on Miranda, technology-driven searches, and current legal challenges

Best practices for coordinating with prosecutors, supervisors, and judicial authorities

Tools, templates, and checklists to streamline warrant preparation and enhance investigative integrity

Who Should Attend

Patrol Officers

Detectives & Criminal Investigations Personnel

Prosecutor’s Office Investigators

Internal Affairs Officers

Crime Scene Technicians

Supervisors overseeing investigative work
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Filmed on Duty: Successful Field Communication for Government Employees

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
This is NOT a PIO Course! This is a must for ALL Public Employees!
Dates/Locations:

Oct 21, 2026 - KEAN University

This Course was a featured presentation at the 2023 IACP Conference in San Diego, CA!
Through training, we prepare our employees for critical situations they may possibly encounter while serving the public. We spend hours drilling officers on defensive tactics, firearms, use of force and more. We train professional staff on administrative tasks. All these areas are vital to ensuring organizational success. But is your agency preparing its staff for the encounter that can go viral on social media, potentially ending their careers and destroying the agency’s reputation in the process? Now more than ever, communicating effectively with the public is an essential function of an organization. Every encounter, with any employee, has the potential to end up on social media. Words said in the heat of the moment can destroy an employee's career and affect the department’s image, brand and reputation. It is time to prepare officers, dispatchers, records staff, custodians, and our entire professional staff for the inevitable. Ensure success in this critical element of public engagement by preparing your people. Our one-day seminar is specifically designed by law enforcement professionals and public information officers to provide ‘best practices’ for encounters with impromptu social media influencers. The program provides the tools and training necessary for your entire agency to win these psychological and verbal encounters while ensuring their professional image is maintained and your agency reputation is preserved. Who should attend?

Any public employee (civilian or sworn) who may encounter a social media influencer while performing their official duties, including but not limited to:

Correctional Staff who may deal with the public in any capacity.

Police & Sheriff’s Officers, Detectives, and Specialty Unit Personnel

Law Enforcement Supervisors

Internal Affairs Personnel

Middle Managers

Command Staff Personnel

All Civilian Personnel

Fire Department Personnel

6 NJ DLGS CEU Credits for Municipal Finance Officer, County Finance Officer, Tax Collectors, QPA's, & Municipal Clerks

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Payment Information:

Credit Card Payments:

After you enter ticket information, you will be transferred to the payment page where you can enter your credit card information and complete your registration. You will then be set for the course.

Purchase Orders:

After you enter ticket information, you will be transferred to the payment page.

A checkbox above the payment information indicates a purchase order option.

The person doing the registration will receive a confirmation “invoice” for the individual/group. That invoice can be utilized for payment with a department purchase order.

Even though it says your registration is ‘pending’, your officers are immediately registered for the course.

Cancellations & Modifications: All cancellations must be received within 48-hours of the date of the program. Modifications or Officer swaps can be done at any time including the day of training. Failing to cancel prior to the 48-hour time frame will result in payment of 50% of the tuition cost.

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Command, Leadership & Supervision: One Vision – One Team

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
Dates & Locations

September 16, 2026 - Pennsauken Police Department, 2400 Bethel Road, Penssauken, NJ 08109 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

November 10, 2026 – Passaic County Police Academy, 410 Oldham Ave, Wayne, NJ – CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

November 10, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
Building Stronger Organizations Through Unified Leadership Successful agencies are built on more than individual leadership ability—they thrive when every rank understands its purpose, respects its role, and works together toward a shared mission. Command, Leadership & Supervision: One Vision – One Team is a one-day organizational development course designed to strengthen the entire agency by aligning leadership at every level. This program bridges the gaps that often exist between ranks, creating a common understanding of responsibilities, expectations, and leadership functions across the organization. Participants learn how leaders at all levels of the organization (corporals, sergeants, lieutenants, captains, commanders, and command-level executives) each contribute to agency performance, culture, accountability, and mission execution. By clearly defining “lanes” and rank-specific obligations, leaders discover how to operate more effectively—without overlap, conflict, or confusion. The course emphasizes communication, role clarity, trust, and the interconnected leadership behaviors required to build high-performing teams from the ground up. When everyone understands their place, their purpose, and how they support others, the organization functions as a unified system—improving morale, strengthening internal trust, enhancing service to the community, and elevating overall organizational effectiveness. Course Times: 0830–1600 Target Audience:

Command Staff & Executives

Majors

Commanders

Captains

Lieutenants

Sergeants & Master Sergeants

Corporals

Officers in Charge (OIC)

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Critical Incident Response

Original price was: $249.00.Current price is: $189.00.
Dates & Locations

September 23, 20206 - J. Harris Academy of Police Training Corporate HQ, 40 Bey Lea Road, Toms River, NJ 08753 - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

November 16, 2026 - Garfield Police Department, 411 Midland Avenue, Garfield, NJ - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

May 5, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
Course Time: 0830-1630
Eligible for: 8 EMT CEUs & .5 New Jersey Division of Fire Safety for Technical Instructor CEU’s
Through training, we prepare our employees for critical situations they may possibly encounter while serving the public. We spend hours drilling officers on defensive tactics, firearms, use of force and more. We train professional staff on administrative tasks. All these areas are vital to ensuring organizational success. But is your agency's front line staff prepared to respond to a critical incident such as a natural disaster or mass violence incident? The world is changing and we see more and more critical incidents throughout the nation. There seems to be an increase in devastating weather events and incidents of mass violence. Our staff is trained to respond to these incidents, but do they truly know how to manage them? This one-day seminar is specifically designed by law enforcement, fire, and OEM Professionals to provide ‘best practices’ for your personnel during a critical incident. This Critical Incident Management class is a comprehensive interactive program that addresses the management of critical incidents with an emphasis on mass violence incidents. This class is designed to give initial responding officers and supervisors an understanding of the challenges they may face and assist with developing the mindset to “manage” such situations. Who should attend?

Police & Sheriff’s Officers, Detectives, and Specialty Unit Personnel

Law Enforcement Supervisors

Internal Affairs Personnel

Middle Managers

Command Staff Personnel

All Civilian Personnel

Fire Department Personnel

EMS Personnel
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Next Level Report Writing: Moving Beyond the Basics

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
Dates & Locations

September 28, 2026 – Cape May Convention Center CLICK HERE

October 20,2026 - Garfield Police Department - 411 Midland Ave Garfield, NJ CLICK HERE

MARCH 4, 2027 - ROME, NY

June 14, 2027 - MICHIGAN

October 28, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
Course Duration: 0830-1630 Course Description: Effective report writing is a cornerstone of success in law enforcement. Poorly written reports can lead to suppressed evidence, lost cases, and legal liabilities for officers, their supervisors, agencies, and the community at large. This comprehensive course equips law enforcement professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to produce clear, accurate, and legally defensible reports. Don't let poorly written reports jeopardize your cases and community safety. Join us in this essential course and equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in report writing as a law enforcement professional. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, participants will:

Understand and implement best practices for objective and subjective reporting.

Master the techniques for establishing probable cause and culpability within their reports.

Develop proficiency in gathering on-scene and witness information, ensuring thorough documentation.

Learn the proper procedures for documenting and handling video evidence.

Gain insight into report writing related to critical incidents such as Use of Force, Pursuit, and DWI cases.

Instructional Approach: This course employs a combination of lecture, case studies, practical exercises, and real-life scenarios to engage participants. Instructors with extensive experience in law enforcement and report writing will guide attendees through the learning process. Special Features:

Interactive case studies based on actual law enforcement scenarios.

Hands-on practical exercises to apply report writing skills.

Guidance on legal and ethical considerations in report writing.

Feedback and peer review sessions for continuous improvement.

Target Audience: This course is designed for the following law enforcement professionals:

Road Cops: Patrol officers responsible for initial incident response, with experience ranging from recent academy graduates to veteran officers looking to improve skills and learn recent ‘best practices’.

Road Supervisors: Supervisory personnel overseeing patrol operations and reviewing police reports.

Canine Officers: K-9 unit officers handling specialized cases.

Field Training Officers: Instructors responsible for training new recruits.

Police Academy & Other Recruit or Cadet Administrators and Instructors.
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Proactive Narcotics Operations: Expert Techniques for Law Enforcement

Original price was: $225.00.Current price is: $189.00.
UPCOMING CLASSES

November 19, 2026 - Southington Police Department, 69 Lazy Lane, Southington, CT - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

April 29, 2027 - PASSAIC COUNTY
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Course Description: Drug use in our society and the investigation of criminal offenses related to narcotics are changing rapidly. It is essential that law enforcement operations adapt to these evolving demands. The importance of the quality initial investigations, suspect questioning, initial documentation, and immediate investigative follow-up will make or break a case. To be successful, narcotics enforcement officers at all levels must be well trained. The Instructor: This course is presented by J. Harris Instructor, Captain Gary Webb. Gary is the Commander of an Intelligence and Narcotics Division. The division includes the Intelligence Unit, Narcotics Task Force, Cyber Crime Task Force, and Counter-Terrorism Unit. Prior to being the Captain/Commander of the Intelligence and Narcotics Division, he was the Lieutenant/Commander of the Cyber Crime Task Force. Prior to that, he was both a Sergeant and Detective in the Narcotics Strike Force. He has testified as an expert witness in the Superior Court of New Jersey more than 15 times for criminal trials and evidentiary hearings regarding both gang criminality and the possession of controlled dangerous substances with the intent to distribute. Prerequisites:

Sworn law enforcement personnel

Who Should Attend:

Proactive Road Cops

Road Sergeants

Corrections Officers

Narcotics Officers/Investigators

Detectives

Narcotics Unit Commanders

School Resource Officers

D.A.R.E. Officers

Juvenile Officers

Discussion Topics Include:

How to initiate narcotics investigations

Drug identification techniques

Terminology

Methods of concealment

Current drug trends including pricing and use.

The appearance and packaging of illegal narcotics most commonly found in the area

Methods of ingestion

Effects on the user

And more...

All courses are 0830-1630 hours.
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