Prosecuting Sexual Assault and Related Crimes
August 19 - 23, 2013, Denver, Colorado
Tentative Agenda | Registration
Sexual assault cases are some of the most difficult cases a prosecutor and members of the prosecution team will handle. From the complexities of victim dynamics, to the absence of eyewitness corroboration, to the use of technology by defendants, as well as the myriad of defense claims, these cases challenge traditional prosecution strategies and also test law enforcement protocols and policy. Undetected and undeterred sex offenders pose a real threat to the safety of your community.
It is vital that the victim’s fears, anxiety and safety concerns are given priority beginning at the investigative and charging stages as well as during the pendency of defendant’s sentence. It is equally as important that an accurate evaluation and assessment of needs be made as to ensure provision of essential services.
To assist prosecutors, law enforcement personnel and victim-witness personnel successfully meet these challenges; the National District Attorneys Association presents the Prosecuting Sexual Assaults and Related Crimes course.
The program’s tentative topics include:
- Why Do We Call Them Accusers? Stopping Victim Blaming Behavior
- Manner Of Death: Sexual Assault Homicides
- Pro Active Cross Examination of Defendants and Their Witnesses
- Aggressive Motions Practice
- Overcoming the Consent Defense
- The Impact of Crawford on Sexual Assault trials, including Witness Intimidation Issues
- Victim Privacy Rights
- Investigation and Prosecution of Stalking Cases
- Sexploitation Cases
- The Visual Trial
- Jury Selection Issues
- Intimate Partner Sexual Assault
- Electronic Evidence : Practical Aspects
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Competency and Insanity :Mental Health Challenges
There is also time set aside for attendees to brainstorm current cases on your dockets with seasoned faculty members. We encourage all attendees to bring your cases- notes, exhibits, reports and take advantage of this opportunity to informally meet and network with seasoned faculty members as well as your peers to assist you in better preparation and analysis of your cases.
Eligibility
Prosecutors, Victim Advocates, Law enforcement and other members of the prosecution team.
Hotel
Crowne Plaza Downtown Denver
1450 Glenarm Place
Denver, CO 80202
877-692-6161
877Denver, Colorado
Rate: $129 single / double / triple or quadruple occupancy plus 14.75 % tax.
Free wireless internet in guestrooms and 50% off self-park for all course attendees
Hotel Registration
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1-888-233-9527 to make reservations.
Room rates are valid 3 days before and 3 days after course based on room availability
NDAA Prosecuting Sexual Assaults Course
Guarantee Reservations with Credit Card or First Night’s Deposit
Hotel Cut Off Date AUGUST 5TH, 2013
The Crowne Plaza Denver is located in the heart of downtown Denver. The Denver Pavilions and the 16th Street Mall with shops, restaurants and entertainment venues is just a block away. The hotel is also walking distance to many attractions and within a mile of The Colorado Convention Center, Art Museums, the Center for Performing Arts, and the Colorado State Capital Building. For those renting cars enjoy your half day off by touring the Coors Brewery, or visiting the zoo, the Botanic Gardens, the Sports Authority Field at Mile High or enjoying the areas’ 850 miles of hiking and biking trails.
Join your colleagues from around the country and experience the unmistakable charm and excitement of Denver.
CLE: Anticipated CLE credits will be approximately 20 hours, including at least one hour of Ethics. Questions regarding CLE can be directed to amandavia@ndaa.org
Course Tuition is $595.00 for a single attendee from an office. There is a $50 discount for additional attendees from the same office.
Cancellations and Refund Policy: Full refunds will be made for cancellations received by 5:00 p.m., ten business days prior to the beginning of the course. Refunds, less $60 for administrative fees, will be made for cancellations received after this date for all courses.
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Course Schedule:
Registration starts at 4 p.m. Sunday, August 18th ending at 6 p.m.
Registration will also be held Monday, August 19th from 8:00 a.m. – 9: 00 a.m.
The course begins at 9:00 a.m. Monday August 19th and the concludes Friday, August, 23rd at noon.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office at (703) 549-9222 or email amandavia@ndaa.org.