9th Circuit Legal Updates (Law Enforcement)
4/1/25 at 10:00 AM to 4/1/25 at 2:00 PM
Overview:
Evolving community expectations and recent case law underscore the need for all law enforcement agencies to have sound policies, training, and transparency practices in place. PERMA is hosting a complimentary educational session presented by Lexipol and Ferguson, Praet & Sherman, a law firm specializing in defending police in civil matters such as officer-involved shootings, use of force, K9 apprehensions and pursuits. This training is offered at no charge and includes lunch. Attendance is limited, so register early.
Learning Objectives:
- Recent 9th Circuit rulings and how they impact your agency’s policies and training
- The importance of transparent communications about your agency’s operations, especially following critical incidents
- Best practices for responding to officer-involved shootings, K9 apprehensions and other use of force incidents
- Tactics for addressing body-worn camera videos, AI and other developing technologies
- Strategies for engaging community stakeholders to help them understand how your agency works to protect the rights of all community members
Event details:
April 1, 10 – 2 pm
Cathedral City Study Session Room
68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
Lunch will be provided
Registration is free to PERMA members
Speaker:
Bruce Praet, retired law-enforcement officer and practicing public safety attorney