Due to the trend of legalizing cannabis, law enforcement and private entities must increase their knowledge of cannabis and the potential products produced from it. During this training, you will learn about the different types of cannabis plants and how they are identified, how cannabis extracts are made and used, and how cannabis is broken down in the body.
For years we have chased the substance of the moment. From heroin in the 70's, crack cocaine in the 80's, pain pills in the 90's, and the 2000's then back to heroin in the 2010's to the chemical concoture of the day we are faced with now. Yes, there is a long history of the pharmaceutical companies playing prey to a culture that was ripe for the literal killing. But why was it so easy to take out over 100,000 a year on opiates, let alone the 108,000 on alcohol? We were ripe for the taking! If we continue to do what we always did, we will continue to get what we always got. It's time we talk about the effective ways we can help communities come together to heal and the specific role law enforcement, coalition members, parents, and community play. There is not one solution, yet there are proven and effective strategies that have worked to create community change and reduce substance misuse, overdose, suicide, and more and create healthier outcomes and opportunities for all.
With the legalization of marijuana, it is likely officers will see an increase in its use. It is important to understand these drugs are also abused at an alarming rate.
The session includes current field sobriety research on detecting a driver who is impaired by cannabis, as well as ongoing studies and resources for law enforcement's continued education on this subject.
In 2022, 13,524 men, women, and children in the U.S. were killed in impaired driving crashes. While DWI’s are 100% preventable, they represent 32% of all traffic fatalities. About a third of all DWI offenders have multiple impaired driving convictions. This is the population most likely to find themselves under community supervision. How can we confront the threat they pose to our communities?
This interactive presentation will address the effective management of high-risk impaired drivers
through research-based, DWI-specific screening, assessment, supervision, and monitoring.
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Over the past three years, Hawaii has become the closest state to passing a 0.05 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) law outside of Utah. This session will discuss the lessons learned from Hawaii's effort in passing the law and how coalitions can mobilize to support 0.05 BAC laws in their respective states. The participants will understand why a 0.05 BAC law is a reasonable limit to set and the evidence of support on how lowering the BAC is an effective strategy to reduce DUI-related crashes and fatalities. Participants will also learn steps to create an advocacy structure that builds supporters, leverages media opportunities, and educates the public and elected officials on the issue. The presenters will also share their lessons regarding their successes and challenges and their relevance to other coalitions interested in addressing DUI-related road safety.
Let’s be real—stress isn’t the problem anymore. We’ve moved past that. First responders, law enforcement, and frontline workers in healthcare and the addiction crisis aren’t just stressed—we’re exhausted. The relentless demands of the job, lack of strong leaders, the surge in mental health and substance use crises, and the emotional toll of seeing the worst day after day have left many feeling depleted. The expectation to keep pushing through, no matter the cost, has taken its toll.
But what if pushing through isn’t the answer? What if there’s a better way to stay in the fight without sacrificing yourself in the process?
This no-nonsense workshop is designed for those who don’t have time for fluff. We’ll tackle burnout head-on, what it is, what it isn't, break down what it really looks like, and focus on practical strategies that actually work for first responders. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how burnout affects them, learn realistic techniques to manage stress without wasting time, and build a toolkit to stay resilient in the face of unrelenting pressure. It's going to take GRIT! So join us for some concrete information, tangible tools, personal story and laughter, yes laughter!
Recognizing Burnout Before It Takes You Down – Cut through the noise and identify the real warning signs before it’s too late.
Tactical Stress Management – Forget cookie-cutter advice—learn strategies that actually work in high-pressure, high-stakes environments.
Resilience That Works in the Field – Develop the mental toughness to handle the emotional weight of the job without shutting down.
Personalized Action Plans – Walk away with a practical, no-BS strategy to safeguard your well-being while still doing the work you’re committed to.
This session isn’t about telling you to “just take a deep breath.” It’s about giving you real, actionable tools to keep your head in the game without burning out. Because if you’re not at your best, the people who rely on you won’t get your best either.
Are you ready to take back control?
As student substance use continues to rise, schools are faced with the challenge of responding in ways that balance accountability with meaningful support. This engaging and powerful training, led by two licensed alcohol and drug counselors with over a decade of experience, will equip you with the tools to identify, support, and effectively address substance use in schools.
With backgrounds spanning school-based intervention, corrections, and federal law enforcement, our presenters bring a unique and informed perspective on the current drug epidemic affecting our youth. Having spent the last five years working directly in Midwest schools, they have seen firsthand the impact of student substance use—and the power of restorative approaches in creating lasting change.
This session will provide real-world strategies to shift from punitive discipline to restorative justice practices, reducing suspensions while increasing student success. You will walk away feeling empowered, informed, and ready to take action. Youth are among the most underserved populations, and as educators, administrators, and school staff, you have the power to make a difference. Join us to explore alternative interventions that foster accountability, healing, and change.
Are you ready to be part of the solution? Let’s reimagine how we support students together.
As laws around psilocybin change, decriminalization and legalization efforts, such as those in Oregon and various cities, present new challenges and opportunities for policing. This session will delve into the signs and symptoms that may appear when ingesting a hallucinogen. Additionally, this presentation will provide an understanding of how psilocybin is used in therapeutic settings and retreats, along with the legal trends shaping its presence in communities.
