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.

2024 Dates

  • May 22: Passaic County Public Safety Academy, 300 Oldham Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 (Host: Passaic County Sheriff’s Office)
  • September 30: Toms River Fire Academy, 1780 Church Rd, Toms River, NJ 08753