2008 VACP/VPCF Annual Conference

The Homestead • Hot Springs, VA | August 17 – 20, 2008 | Conferences

Mark your calendars now for the 83rd Annual VACP/VPCF Conference! In 2008, we will be returning to The Homestead, a luxury resort located in the beautiful mountains of Virginia.

Offering both a relaxing spa and championship golf, The Homestead is a great destination for those seeking rest and relaxation or sporting pleasures — this historic luxury resort is a perfect destination for everyone!

When you visit The Homestead, Virginia's premier mountain resort, you will find luxuriously appointed rooms and suites, superb dining, a myriad of sporting pleasures and outdoor adventure. Since 1766, The Homestead has offered visitors an incomparable retreat; an incredibly grand escape located amidst the beauty of Virginia's Allegheny Mountains. Ranked among the world's finest Golf and Spa resorts, this Virginia hotel and resort is steeped in the rich and timeless tradition of Southern hospitality that treats all visitors with a gracious and welcoming atmosphere.

For more information about The Homestead, visit their website.

Conference Information for Delegates & Exhibitors will be available in early 2008.

Virginia Victim Assistance Academy

Richmond, VA | July 27 – August 1, 2008 | Training Opportunities

DCJS is pleased to announce the launching of the very first Virginia Victim Assistance Academy. The Academy will provide a 45-hour comprehensive,academic, interdisciplinary and interactive training program. The curriculum will provide a foundation of victims services and principles to enable participants to more effectively help crime victims regain control of their lives.

The Curriculum will include presentations on: Crime Victim Assistance, Victimology, Cultural Competency, Assisting Clients with Dealing with Grief and Trauma, Victims' Rights, Interviewing Victims, Dealing with Special Populations, and Understanding the Criminal Justice System.

Appropriate Candidates: The Academy invites applications from victim services providers, allied professionals such as law enforcement officers, prosecutors, probation and parole officers, volunteers, victim advocates,sexual assault advocates, domestic violence advocates, and other victim service providers. The curriculum is designed for those with three or fewer years of experience. Successful applicants will be required to attend all sessions of the Academy and may be required to complete some work prior to the academy. Space is limited to thirty participants. Apply and/or encourage others to apply and be a part of a select group attending Virginia's first Victim Assistance Academy. Go to http://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/trainingevents/victims/vvaApp for the student application or http://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/trainingevents/victims/VVAapp/faculty.cfm for the faculty application.

Location: The five-day academy will be held in Richmond, Virginia. The Academy will utilize modern classroom facilities in a comfortable university setting. Lodging will be provided in on-campus private rooms.

Cost: Registration will be $500. On-campus lodging and all meals are included. Some scholarships are available.

Credit: DCJS in-service credit is being requested and should be available for law enforcement officers. CLE credit may be available. Successful completion of the Academy will make participants eligible for Provisional Advocate Credentialing through the National Advocate Credentialing Program.

Questions: Contact Patricia Foster, Academy Project Manager, at 804-371-8634, or visit the website at www.dcjs.virginia.gov for more information.

This announcement is also online at http://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/victims/documents/VVAforweb.pdf.

This project is supported by Grant No. 2006-VF-GX-K026, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.

118th Annual IACP Conference

Chicago, IL | October 22 – 27, 2011 | Conferences

The 118th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police will be held in Chicago, Illinois.

As always, the VACP will coordinate hotel room reservations for members of the Virginia, Delaware, and Maryland Associations of Chiefs of Police.

117th Annual IACP Conference

Orlando, FL | October 22 – 28, 2010 | Conferences

The 117th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police will be held in Orlando, Florida.

As always, the VACP will coordinate hotel room reservations for members of the Virginia, Delaware, and Maryland Associations of Chiefs of Police.

116th Annual IACP Conference

Denver, CO | October 3 – 8, 2009 | Conferences

The 116th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police will be held in Denver, Colorado.

As always, the VACP will coordinate hotel room reservations for members of the Virginia, Delaware, and Maryland Associations of Chiefs of Police.

2009 VACP/VPCF Annual Conference

Newport News, VA | August 16, 2009 | Conferences

Mark your calendars for the 2009 VACP/VPCF Annual Conference — August 16-19, 2009 at the Newport News Marriott at City Center!

Hotel Reservations will be available September 2008.

115th Annual IACP Conference

San Diego, CA | November 8 – 14, 2008 | Conferences

Join over 17,000 leaders in law enforcement at the 115th Annual IACP Conference — Law Enforcement Education & Technology Exposition!

The VACP will once again arrange for a block of hotel rooms for the Delaware/Maryland/Virginia attendees and we will also host another Del-Mar-Va breakfast on Monday, November 10.

UPDATE (3/28): The IACP Conference Hotel Lottery has been completed and the DEL-MAR-VA hotel block will be located in the Westin Gaslamp Quarter, which is approximately 1/2 mile from the Convention Center and is very close to the historic Gaslamp Quarter.

Conference information can be found at http://www.theiacpconference.org.

Interested in a pre-conference vacation cruise?

The Oregon Association of Chiefs of Police is coordinating a group reservation for its members for a 7-day cruise down the Mexican Riviera during the week prior to the IACP Conference — November 1-8, 2008.

In the spirit of "the more, the merrier", they have extended this offer to their fellow law enforcement executives in Virginia and other states! If you are interested in this opportunity, download the flyer for information on the cruise and the group booking rates.

• Cruise Flyer (PDF)

National Criminal Justice Command College

Richmond, VA | July 7 – September 18, 2008 | Training Opportunities

In partnership with the University of Virginia, the Virginia State Police hosts the National Criminal Justice Command College, which provides an opportunity for criminal justice, corrections, and fire program supervisors to expand their leadership qualities, strengthen their skills, and broaden their overall potential to successfully lead their organization. It is designed to provide an integrated approach to criminal justice and leadership education.

This is an opportunity for executives from around the country to collaboratively work to further the capabilities of all organizations. The 10-week course is held at the Virginia State Police academy in Richmond, Virginia. Attendees will receive fifteen credit hours, undergraduate or graduate, from the University of Virginia.

More information can be found at http://www.scps.virginia.edu/ced/police/ or call Ms. Cindy Orshek at 434-982-5366. Registration can be done on-line at the above website.

Cost:
$3,900 for tuition and fees (includes the lunch meal and several trips to the University of Virginia campus in Charlottesville, Virginia)

Advanced DUI Enforcement & Prosecution

Blacksburg, VA | August 25 – 27, 2008 | Training Opportunities

This training is offered to law enforcement FREE OF CHARGE by the Commonwealth Attorney's Services Council (CASC)!

REGISTER EARLY! Attendance is limited to 15 teams, each of which consists of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer from a given jurisdiction. Law enforcement in-service credit hours and MCLE credits, pending approval.

The Advanced DUI Enforcement and Prosecution program will be held from August 25-27, 2008 in Blacksburg, VA.

Law enforcement will need to recruit a prosecutor partner to attend with them, but there is no cost to the attendees other than the cost of transportation to and from the program. The CASC provides the training; individual hotel rooms for each attendee on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday nights, if needed; and the following meals:

• Monday breakfast and lunch,
• Tuesday breakfast and lunch, and
• Wednesday breakfast.

Registration for this program will open in May 2008. See http://www.cas.state.va.us/trainingprograms.htm for registration.

For more information, contact Larry Martin at .

College & University Police and Investigators Conference

Fairfax, VA | August 12 – 15, 2008 | Conferences

The Third Annual College and University Police and Investigators Conference will be in Fairfax, Virginia at George Mason University. This conference focuses on the unique law enforcement and security needs of Colleges and Universities. Topics and breakout sessions covered are geared towards situations and crimes committed on colleges and universities.

There is no cost for registration! (Be sure to register early as space is limited.)

Last years' conference was an even bigger success than 2006 with 140 agencies attending from across the U.S. and Canada. Last year we were able to offer 42 different presentations over the 3-1/2 days on topics such as sexual assault, alcohol enforcement, financial crimes, executive protection, narcotics enforcement, hate crimes, electronic computer crimes, Virginia Tech Incident overview, Columbine Incident overview, terrorism and many other great presentations.

Don't miss this great opportunity to get together with College and University Law Enforcement Officers from around the country and learn what other Colleges and University Law Enforcement Agencies are doing to help make our campuses safer!

Conference Website:http://cupic.gmu.edu/

Annual Conference on Transportation Safety

Portsmouth, VA | June 11 – 13, 2008 | Conferences

"ACT Now! Reduce Crashes in Virginia"

This year's symposium will present thought provoking, concurrent, informational sessions highlighting new transportation safety initiatives, dynamic panel discussions, and a variety of exhibits showcasing state-of-the-art safety resources to reduce traffic crashes in Virginia.

Visit the conference website for additional information and online registration — http://www.actsconference.org

Galls Days at Bristol Motor Speedway

Bristol, VA | June 10 – 11, 2008 | Events

Mark your calendars! Last year's one-day event was such a huge success, we've added a second day! You won't want to miss this one, so plan on joining us today!

Plan on attending one day or both. On Day 1, learn about Galls, see exciting new products from top vendors, grab some lunch, witness a vest taken to its limit and even test your driving skills. (The first day is the same as last year.)

On Day 2, free activities include your choice of certified training, a product demonstration, or a seminar. We have a Sabre OC Instructor class, a Kustom Signal Radar and Laser Instructor Class, Blackhawk Door breaching class, and the TN Tactical Association is doing a seminar on Post Shooting Policy and Procedure.

This is an INVITATION ONLY event. Reserve your spot today!

Download Printed Invitation (PDF)

VSP 2008 Police Officers’ Memorial Service

Chesterfield County, VA | May 21, 2008 | Events

In observance of National Police Week, the Virginia Department of State Police cordially invites you to attend the 2008 Police Officers’ Memorial Service.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008 • 10:30 a.m.

Virginia State Police Academy Gymnasium
7700 Midlothian Turnpike
Chesterfield County, Virginia, 23235

In memory of State Police Motorist Assistance Aide Horace A. Jarratt, the men and women of the Virginia State Police, and law enforcement officers across the nation who have given their lives in service to their states and country.

IACP Law Enforcement Information Management Section 32nd Annual Conference

Nashville, TN | May 6 – 10, 2008 | Conferences

The IACP LEIM Section, will hold its 32nd Annual Conference at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN, May 6-10, 2008. Proposed topics to be discussed include: System Integration, Strategic Planning, Mobile Computing, Terrorism and Technology, and IT Standards.

The focus of the conference will be enhancing law enforcement efficiency and effectiveness with technology. Panels of subject matter experts from around the region and world will share best practices and lessons learned in the application of technology to fight crime and improve department efficiency.

Additional conference details (e.g. calls for presentations, registration and lodging, etc.) are available at http://www.iacptechnology.org/LEIMConferences2008.html.