When the Protector Is the Prey: Targeting Law Enforcement

The suspect's message is vague, but ominous: “I'll see you back out on the street." This program will discuss best practices for protecting oneself from threatening individuals on and off the job. When a suspect says, "I know where you live," attendees will be able to evaluate options to best protect their families. Incorporating criminal law, psychological research, and case examples, this program will discuss the legal civil, social, and cultural considerations that will inform officers’ decision making when they are the target. It will cover both threat assessment and management considerations, including investigation and potential prosecution while considering cultural concerns and exploring alternative methods of managing threatening behavior.