Training Courses

Understanding the Mexican Cartels and Narco Cultura

Date & Time:
  • September 29, 2026 – October 2, 2026
Location:
Shelbyville, KY
Agency:
The Vigilance Project

There is no doubt that the Mexican Transnational Criminal Organizations operate with impunity throughout the world, including within the US. In fact, these organizations have no geographical limitations in which they conduct their vast illegal operations. These are often inconspicuous, which can make it challenging for even the most experienced officers to detect! This course provides you with the ability to identify these groups, which hide in plain sight!

This comprehensive training equips law enforcement at all levels with the knowledge to understand how Mexican criminal groups operate, their rise and fall, their strengths and weaknesses, and the symbols they use. The course distinguishes between legitimate cultural icons and those that have been hijacked by criminal organizations, providing case studies and examples throughout. Participants will gain practical information applicable to narcotics investigations and criminal interdiction work.