Criminal investigations of domestic violence
Every nine seconds in the United States a woman is beaten by her husband or partner. And it's not just physical abuse – domestic violence can also include sexual abuse,…
Training Resources
Blood Pattern Analysis
Articles and training resources covering bloodstain pattern analysis (BPA) — the forensic science of interpreting blood evidence at crime scenes to reconstruct events, establish timelines, and support prosecution.
What you'll find here
Case law changes. Research evolves. Tactics that held up five years ago get challenged in court today. These posts cover the science, the legal landscape, and the investigative thinking behind RTI's Blood Pattern Analysis curriculum that's written for working officers, not academics.
What are cues for deception and why are most people bad at Spotting them?
Deception cues can be divided into two main categories: non-verbal and verbal. Non-verbal cues include body language, such as eye contact, facial expressions, physical movements or lack thereof, and body…
The Importance of Crime Scene Photography
If you're a patrol officer, being able to take good crime scene photos can be a real asset. Our Crime Scene Photography course will teach you how to take better…
5 Benefits of Online Law Enforcement Training
Online law enforcement training provides officers with the skills necessary to operate in today’s digital age. This type of training allows officers to learn from a variety of sources and…
The Future of Law Enforcement Training in 2022 is Online
The future of law enforcement training in 2022 is online. According to our informal survey, many law enforcement professionals believe that the future of law enforcement training is online. Our…
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Training for Law Enforcement
Bloodstain pattern analysis is a method of forensic science that utilizes predictable reactions of blood to various forces to reconstruct actions that took place before you were there.
6 things you need to know about homicide investigations
In order to be a successful detective, you must be able to think outside the box. This means being able to see clues that others might miss and thinking of…
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If you're a training coordinator building out your in-service program or trying to hit POST requirements across your department, contact RTI to talk through options. You can also learn more about in-person training delivery.