Court Security: Critical Incident & Emergency Planning for Courts
Instructor: Rick Baker
Location: Hendersonville, TN (Sumner County, ZIP 37075)
Date: September 22-24, 2026
Duration: 20 hours
Cost: $350.00
Course Overview
Public courthouses represent high-priority targets for disruptive activities and violent incidents. These facilities serve as critical centers for government administration and criminal justice operations, hosting judges, defendants, victims, family members, legal counsel, and county personnel throughout each business day. This concentration of individuals and functions creates an inherently challenging security environment that demands thorough preparation and strategic planning.
Over the years, courthouse incidents have escalated in scope and severity, ranging from relatively minor disturbances such as organized picketing to extremely serious criminal acts including physical assault and loss of life. Institutional knowledge and operational experience, while valuable, are insufficient safeguards against potential crises. The fundamental premise of this training is clear: not whether a critical incident will occur at your facility, but rather when such an event may take place.
Course Categories
- Court Security
- Critical Incidents