This class is opened to commissioned law enforcement officers, corrections officers and probation officers. It is designed as a basic course and is recommended to those who deal with gangs through the course of their duties. Communities across America are struggling with the increase of street gangs and the problems associated with them. Many times police departments are unable to appropriately address the issue of street gangs due to lack of knowledge, experience and training. If the issue is not addressed, it allows for street gangs to gain a foothold within neighborhoods which can then take years to re-take. The youth in these neighborhoods are also at risk as street gangs influence them into what is perceived as a glamorous life style. Gang crimes can range from graffiti, to serious assault and homicide. Many of these crimes may not be recognized as gang related which can make the follow up investigation difficult or ineffective due to minimal knowledge of gang culture. This course will prepare police officers to effectively and efficiently investigate gang related cases and recognize and identify gang members and decipher their graffiti, as well as providing the knowledge to assist in court testimony. This course will also provide officers’ knowledge to community based programs including gang intervention and prevention programs to combat gang activity. |
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Cost: $75.00 Purchase order or check payable to "S.A.F.E. Consulting Northwest" mailed to 5808 A Summitview #131 Yakima, WA 98908.
accompanied by a $25.00 (non refundable) fee. The remaining $50.00 is due by the week before the class. All registrations must be accompanied by full payment or your spot will be released. Late registration and payment can be made at the door if spots are still available. Late registrants should confirm via the website that spots are still available although we will make all possible efforts to allow everyone to attend. Complete registration can then be made by completing the ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM or complete the REGISTRATION FORM (pdf), REGISTRATION FORM (word)Completed forms can scanned and emailed to training@safenw.com They can also be mailed to: S.A.F.E. Consulting Northwest 5808 A Summitview #131 Yakima, WA 98908. Refunds: A full refund will be given at anytime if the class is cancelled by us. NO REFUND will be given for student cancellations due to logistical and scheduling issues that would arise. |
- 1 DAY CLASS
0800-0900 - History Of Gangs- D. Cortez 1300-1400 - Graffiti – T. Miller
0900-1200 - Dealing w/gang members 1400-1500 - Community Based Programs – J. Gonzalez
on patrol and investigating gang cases- D. Cortez
1200-1300 - Lunch on your own 1500-1700 - Youth violence and gang
intervention programs – D. Cortez
| David Cortez has been a Police Officer with the Yakima Police Department for over 15yrs. Born in Mexico and raised in Southern California, David grew up dealing with street gangs in his neighborhood. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1988 and served in the Middle East during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. After receiving his honorable discharge, David was hired as a commissioned police officer in 1993. David has served as a patrol officer, major crimes detective and gang investigator. He is currently assigned as the gang resistance, education and training (GREAT) coordinator. Due to his unique life and work experiences David was instrumental in the development and implementation of a gang unit for a large police department in central Washington. He has attended over 230 hours of GREAT training across the country as well as over 230 hours of gang intervention, enforcement and investigative training at 11 gang conferences throughout the country. David has investigated dozens of serious gang related assaults and homicides. He has taught hundreds of children using the GREAT curriculum and has been invited to speak at several community events relating to gang issues. |
| To inquire about hosting one of our classes at your agency CONTACT US or call 509-910-3919. |
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