Topics to be covered include presentations by law enforcement as to the Drug Categories, spectrum of physiological responses from the drug categories, aspects of expert testimony, blood draws, information from Drug Recognition Experts (DREs) and their role, discussions of responding to defense arguments in DUID cases, court demonstrations and more! The latest version of the Virginia DUI Manual will be distributed to participants. This training program utilizes a team-training format ideally consisting of a prosecutor and a law enforcement officer from the same jurisdiction. Though, the team is not required if a person would like to enroll and is unable to have a team member attend.

Lodging and meals will be covered (provided or reimbursed at state per diem rate) for those whose office is more than twenty-five (25) miles from the training venue in Blacksburg. Lunches will be provided for commuting attendees. No mileage reimbursement will be provided.

Registration does not guarantee acceptance to the program, confirmation of selection for the program will be sent by March 31, 2025.

This program is for Virginia prosecutors and law enforcement officers only.

Please contact Paula Bruns at pmbruns@wm.edu with any questions.

Click here to register.