.25 credits | This course discusses when a law enforcement officer has probable cause to stop an operator for distracted driving, and details an officer’s duties and responsibilities during the stop. It is based on legislation that made changes to the revised code under Senate Bill 288 in 2023. 07/23

.25 credits | NIBIN is the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network and is an automated ballistic-imaging tool that allows for the comparison of fired cartridge cases in order to link crimes involving the same firearm. This course allows you to learn policies and best practices for NIBIN as well as understand how to collect and submit NIBIN evidence.  04/23

.25 credits | This course allows you to learn how to properly swab firearms for DNA evidence collection for NIBIN. NIBIN is the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network and is an automated ballistic-imaging tool that allows for the comparison of fired cartridge cases in order to link crimes involving the same firearm. 04/23

.50 credits | Safe at Home is an address confidentiality program that provides substitute addresses, mail forwarding, and confidential voter registration for individuals who are survivors of domestic violence, stalking, human trafficking, rape, and sexual battery. This course allows you to learn the details of the program so that you can help to protect abuse survivors.

This course explains Senate Bill 215, a major change in Ohio law that allows otherwise-eligible adults to carry a handgun in a concealed manner without the need of first obtaining a license. *Please note that this course contains limited audio.* Completing this course earns you 0.5 credits (hours).

This course explains the difference between direct and circumstantial evidence as proof to assist officers in building sound and effective investigations.

This course teaches the core concepts of effective search warrants for rock-solid court-approved searches.

This course outlines what types of evidence may be present at a crime scene and how to property collect them for BCI analysis.

This course focuses on the public’s First Amendment right to record, limitations of this right, and appropriate police responses to recording individuals. Completing this course earns you 0.75 credits (hours).

This course provides an overview on how to recognize a hate crime, options on how to pursue charges on any potential suspects, and reporting requirements. Completing this course earns you 0.25 credits (hours).

This course shares the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy’s responsibilities regarding the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program and provides an overview of the board’s duties, which include the regulation, inspection, and criminal investigations of medical marijuana dispensaries and patients. Completing this course earns you 0.25 credits (hours).

This course details a 2017 law that changed rules and procedures for civil and criminal forfeitures, so officers will know when and how they can seize property, cash, and other assets. Completing this course earns you 0.25 credits (hours).

This course provides technical explanations of cellphones and other smart devices so officers know what to do on the scene so as much information as possible can be retained from them.

This course outlines several tips to assist officers in writing quality police reports.

This course explains the procedures, protocols, and best practices for requesting assistance from a canine unit.

This course outlines methods of evidence gathering in sexual assault investigations that can be used to ensure the strongest case possible is presented in court. Completing this course earns you 0.25 credits (hours).

This course outlines the potential pitfalls of officers’ using and abusing their personal social media accounts.

This course presents basic principles for packaging, sealing, and labeling evidence to support the accuracy and reliability of testing performed by BCI.

This course outlines how to best present evidence to a jury as a court witness. It includes tips for how to prepare for testifying and how to behave on the stand while you are testifying.

This course provides basic information about how the brain reacts during trauma so officers can recognize how trauma impacts victims and their ability to talk about traumatic events. Completing this course earns you 0.25 credits (hours).

This course explains key concepts connected to performing a vehicle inventory, including search warrants, lawful impoundments, and standardized department policies.

This course outlines the role of Victim Advocates to help law enforcement work with them and a Multi-Disciplinary Team to best serve victims.