Enterprise Narcotics Investigations

Prerequisites: None
Course Length: 3 days / 24 hours
Who May Attend: Law Enforcement, Corrections, Military

Course Description:
While traditional narcotics training focuses on drug identification, informant management, operational planning, and executing search warrants, Enterprise Narcotics Investigations takes a deeper dive into targeting and dismantling drug trafficking organizations (DTOs). This course emphasizes advanced techniques such as money laundering investigations, conspiracy law, and court-authorized wiretaps, offering a strategic framework for disrupting criminal enterprises that often evade detection.

Utilizing the enterprise theory of investigation developed by federal agencies, this course teaches local and state law enforcement how to apply the same methods used to take down large-scale criminal organizations. Investigators will learn to identify, infiltrate, and prosecute DTOs with a focus on maximizing available resources, including federal and state narcotics and firearm laws.

The curriculum is built around a detailed case study of a real-world narcotics investigation and includes practical exercises that encourage innovative approaches to tackling criminal networks.

Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the philosophy and application of the enterprise theory of
   investigation.
2. Apply investigative strategies and techniques to dismantle criminal organizations.
3. Utilize conspiracy law effectively to target and prosecute DTOs.
4. Appreciate the importance of Task Forces in large-scale investigations.
5. Recognize the challenges and advantages of integrating local, state, and federal resources.
6. Gain knowledge of court-authorized wiretaps, including the development, funding, and legal use in criminal investigations.