Register below for ABLE'S 19th Annual Criminal Justice Conference!!!
Theme "A New Outlook: A Vision For The Future"
"A New Outlook: A Vision For The Future" at ABLE's 19th annual Criminal Justice Conference will be realized through a diverse curriculum designed to equip attendees with the tools for a progressive career. From "Exploring Career Paths" in specialized areas like SWAT and Line Level Leadership, to mastering "Crime Scene Investigations" and navigating the ethical complexities of modern policing, we'll delve into the future of the field. Sessions on "Technology in Policing," including RTOCs, drones, and AI, will showcase cutting-edge advancements, while practical workshops on "Financial Strategies" and "Relationship Building" will empower personal and professional growth. Crucially, "Mitigating Risk: AZPOST & Legal Updates" will ensure participants remain informed and compliant, solidifying a foundation for responsible and effective law enforcement in the years ahead.
Early Bird Special!
Register for ABLE's 19th Annual Criminal Justice Conference before August 15th and save $50.
Members: $200
Non-Members: $250
Host Hotel: Comfort Suites Glendale - State Farm Stadium Area
9824 W Camelback Rd, Glendale, AZ 85305
(Conference rate special)
$124.00/ day King
$124.00/ day two Queens
Social hour held in conference room at host hotel on the evening of Sept 17, 20252025 Criminal Justice Conference Schedule
Day 1 Schedule
All Times are Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
8:30 am - 9:00 am Registration (Continential Breakfast)
9:00 am - 9:10 am Presentation of Colors
9:10 am- 10:00 am Opening prayer and Ceremony
10:00 am - 10:10 am Break
10:10 am – 11:10 am (Morning Session - Panel Discussion)
- Exploring Career Paths: Police Administration (IA, Academy Staff, Training Unit, PIO, PSB)
11:10 am - 11:20 am Break
11:20 am – 12:20 pm (Morning Session - Panel Discussion)
- Exploring Career Paths: Detectives (SVU, Homicide, Violent Crimes, Narcotics, VCU, SRO)
12:20 am– 12:30 pm Break
12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Lunch provided
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm (Breakout Class - afternoon Session for students)
- Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) (Student Tier)
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm (Breakout Class - afternoon Session 2 for L.E. Officers)
- Relationship Building: Value of Networking Internally and Externally (Professional Tier)
2:30 pm Day 1 Conclusion
4:00 pm Social Hour at Host hotel (Optional)
Day 2 Schedule
All Times are Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
08:30 am-09:00 am Continential Breakfast
09:00 am-10:30 am (Breakout Classes - Morning Session 1)
- Crime Scene Investigations (Student Tier)
- Exploring Career Paths: Leadership at the Line Level (FTO & Sergeant) (Professional Tier)
10:30 am-10:45 am Break
10:45 am– 11:45 pm (Breakout Classes - Morning Session 2)
- Hostage Negotiations (Student Tier)
- Ethics in Criminal Justice: Addressing contemporary challenges (Professional Tier)
11:45 pm - 12:45 pm Lunch (On your own)
12:45 pm – 1:45 pm (Breakout Classes - Afternoon Session 1)
- Understanding the Courts: Mock Trials (Student Tier)
- Financial Strategies: Make Your Money Work for You (Professional Tier)
1:45 pm – 2:00 pm Break
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm (Afternoon Session 2 )
- Technological Integration in Law Enforcement: Including Real Time Operation Centers (RTOC), drones, robots and Artificial Intelligence (Joint class)
3:30 pm Day 2 Conclusion
Day 3 Schedule
All Times are Mountain Daylight Time (MDT)
08:30 am – 09:00 am Continential Breakfast
09:00 am - 10:30 am (Morning Session 1 - Panel Discussion)
- Mitigating Risk: AZPOST & Legal Updates for Law Enforcement
10:30 am – 10:40 am Break
10:40 am–11:50 am (Morning Session 2)
- A New Outlook: A Vision For the Future
11:50 am – 12:00 pm Break
12:00 pm -2:30 pm A.B.L.E. 18th Annual ABLE Award Ceremony and Luncheon
- 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Lunch, Keynote Speaker and Entertainment
- 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm - Scholarship/award Presentation)
- 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Raffle
2:30pm - Conclusion of Conference
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