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Writing Effective Law Enforcement Reports
Course Description:
This course will expose police officers, first line supervisors and FTO’s to the purpose and nuances of police report writing. It is tailored to give both line officers and supervisors an understanding of best practices in report writing; the proper techniques of report writing; the proper techniques of facilitating remedial action as it relates to report writing, and the ability for supervisors to develop strategies to improve report writing of their subordinates. The course will concentrate on the development of a narrative reporting system through the use of captions. Emphasis will be placed on organizing thoughts and communicating factual findings into a written format. Practical exercises will reinforce the completion of the reporting process and overall understanding.
Students will be able to produce clear, concise reports for use in the law enforcement process. Supervisory students should be able to identify strengths and weaknesses and convey those to subordinates. Students will also be increasing their understanding of their respectively utilized reports and records management systems so they will be able employ these systems to assist in case management, write case reports, update open cases and access additional report documents and to arrest and process prisoners, as tailored to individual departmental needs.
This course includes lectures and practical exercises including the subjects of Principles of Report Writing; Note Taking; Narratives; Statements; Legal Standards and Implications; Specialized Reports and Reporting Language; and New Reporting Requirements under HB 6004: An Act Concerning Police Accountability. POSTC Credits Will Be Issued.
“Great material and guidance to help an Officer complete an excellent case and thorough investigation. Important information for any Law Enforcement Officer in this current climate of civil liability.”
“This course was great. It really got me thinking of different ways to write reports and also what should be added / included. I hope to bring it back to my Dept. to help enhance other Officers’ report writing.”
“Great Course. Provides different perspectives and approaches not only writing reports bit on coaching Officers to write more detailed and thorough reports.”
“All instructors are well spoken, and you can tell they are looking out for your best interest and wellbeing.”
“I think this course was beneficial to both new and experienced Supervisors. It forces you to look at reports and subjects from different perspectives.
“Good class. Helps bring a lot of info together for Supervisors when reviewing reports. Reiterates the importance of documenting as much as possible and how it can protect you in Court.
“Report for Supervisors is an excellent course that covers a wide range of topics as it pertains to the ever-changing world of Police investigations and the subsequent documentation required. The instructors clearly addressed several common issues encountered in modern report writing and offered tools and guidance on how to improve them on both an individual level as well as an agency level. I would recommend this course to any and all Supervisors.”
“Great class, provided information and skills to bring back to my agency. Would recommend the class to other Supervisors.”