This course is designed as a basic investigation course for law enforcement officers who investigate cases of Domestic Violence.

Topics of instruction / discussion:
- Review of NJ Domestic Violence Act. & Legal up-dates.
- History of the Domestic Violence laws: Tracy Thurman incident.
- Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence.
- Victimology.
- Mind of the Batterer / Abuser
- Evidence based Prosecution
- Evidence collection
- Taking Statements & Reports
- Strangulation & Stalking
- Responding to DV call and Arrival
On-Scene.
- Police Involved Domestic Violence Incidents
- Counseling Programs
- Victim Resources

Course is not currently scheduled.