Property & Evidence Room Management
Property & Evidence Room Management
This comprehensive training course equips law enforcement personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage, control, and maintain accountability of property and evidence. The program focuses on industry best practices, legal requirements, and risk mitigation approaches that are critical for preserving the integrity of evidence throughout its lifecycle.
Participants will examine procedures and standards governing all stages of evidence handling, including initial receipt, proper documentation, appropriate storage conditions, security protocols, regular inspections, and final disposition. The curriculum also identifies typical compliance gaps and offers practical solutions to help organizations align their policies, procedures, and everyday practices with accreditation requirements.
This course is particularly valuable for detectives, evidence room custodians, supervisors, command-level staff, and those responsible for accreditation compliance.
Course Learning Objectives:
- Grasp the legal obligations associated with proper personnel selection for evidence custody
- Master the principles and procedures of chain of custody documentation
- Apply industry best practices for packaging and secure storage of evidence
- Execute proper intake and release procedures
- Implement effective inventory and auditing methodologies
- Maintain strict access controls and secure facility operations
- Recognize the importance of regular facility inspections
- Prepare for courtroom testimony related to evidence management
- Address accreditation standards, including MLEAP compliance
Course Details:
Date: November 5, 2026
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Dirigo Safety, LLC, 95 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Cost: $279.00
Instructor: Ron Lund
Category: Law Enforcement
Registration Deadline: October 19th
Optional Materials: Participants are encouraged to bring photographs or drawings of their evidence room (optional).