Advanced Investigations - Investigating Crimes Against the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities is a two-day course for multi-disciplinary professionals who investigate cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation of this vulnerable population. The training is based on the philosophy that personnel with a strong foundational understanding of the forensic markers of abuse and neglect in the elderly and people with disabilities, along with knowledge of forensic investigative techniques, will have the tools necessary to develop a successful legal case in criminal and/or civil courts.
FACULTY:Jamie Downs, M.D., D-ABP/CP/FP, F-AAFS, F-NAME, F-ASCP, F-CP, D-ABMDI
forensX, LLC/Charleston Southern University/
Eddie Reeves, Chief Investigator
Gwinnett County (GA) Medical Examiner's Office
Bonnie Armstrong, E.D.
The Shaken Baby Alliance
Carole Hurley, J.D.
Texas Health and Human Services Commission Director, Appeals Division
April 11 -12, 20248:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Registration & light breakfast begins at 8:00 AM
LocationCourtyard Houston Medical Center
7702 Main Street
Houston, TX. 77030
$149 per person*
*20% Discount for three or more students from the same agency - $119.20 per person. Please call for a coupon code. 817-882-8686, or if you need to pay with PO
CONTINUING EDUCATION 12.5 CEU and TCOLE Hours QUESTIONS? PHONE: 817-882-8686
FAX (817) 882-8687
Email: Ron Kunz
[email protected] |
| Medical Aspects of Elder AbuseForensic markers of abuse/neglect vs. natural disease markers, recognizing self-neglect, geriatric syndromes, understanding capacity assessments, and the implication for the investigator. Forensic Investigative TechniquesEstablished protocol, the multi-disciplinary team, consent, scene investigation, interviewing, evidence, timeline development, scene reconstruction (home visit), ongoing training, and resources. Scene Investigation & Photography Photographic techniques for injury and scene photographs, scene sketches, and documentation. Timeline DevelopmentDeveloping case facts into a visual timeline. Interviewing Clients/VictimsConsiderations of the client/victim needs, profile of a successful interviewer, and strategies for interviewing persons with physical/cognitive disabilities and/or dementia. Legal Aspects of Building a Case for Court Elements of criminal statutes of the Penal Code. Differences in burdens of proof in a civil vs. criminal court. Evidence and evaluating the case. Assessing the mental status of the victim. Understanding your responsibility with Brady evidence. Hearsay explained and tips for testifying effectively. |
WHO SHOULD ATTEND- Law Enforcement,
- Adult Protective Services,
- First Responders:
- Firefighters, EMS
- Attorneys and Legal Personnel
- Social Workers
- Fraud and Financial Crime Investigators
- Medical Personnel
- Professionals Involved in Elder Abuse Cases
- Senior Advocates
- Nursing Home Staff
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