Training Courses

Domestic Violence Investigations

Date & Time:
  • November 18, 2026 - 8:00 AM–4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Location:
95 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Agency:
Christian Behr
Training Hours:
8 hrs

This specialized training course delivers an intensive examination of contemporary best practices for handling domestic violence cases, with emphasis on supporting victims from the initial emergency response through the prosecution phase. Through interactive classroom sessions and collaborative group activities, law enforcement professionals will develop advanced investigation techniques specific to domestic violence offenses, including cases involving strangulation, and gain proficiency in administering the Ontario Domestic Assault Risk Assessment (ODARA) tool. The course incorporates real-world case studies and practical exercises focused on policy development to strengthen organizational investigative procedures.

Learning Outcomes

  • Examine the fundamental components of domestic violence investigations—including applicable criminal statutes, mental state requirements, and evidence standards—to identify factors that facilitate successful prosecution
  • Implement evidence-based response protocols for domestic violence incidents, incorporating victim-centered methodologies that prioritize survivor protection and participation throughout the criminal justice system
  • Execute thorough investigations into domestic violence crimes by systematically collecting, preserving, and analyzing evidence, with particular attention to strangulation cases
  • Utilize and evaluate the ODARA assessment instrument to determine offender risk profiles and inform detention and prosecutorial decisions
  • Review and strengthen departmental domestic violence policies through case-based learning and team-based problem-solving activities

Course Details

Date: November 18, 2026

Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: Dirigo Safety, LLC, 95 Main Street, Auburn, Maine 04210

Cost: $279.00

Registration Deadline: November 2nd

Instructor: Christian Behr

Category: Law Enforcement

Class Tags: Investigative, Specialized

Required Materials

Participants should bring a copy of their current department domestic violence policy to facilitate discussion and policy development activities.