Washington DC CLE - Criminal Law Courses
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Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement: Navigating Legal, Social, and Political Challenges
This inaugural CLE program explores the legal, social, and political challenges involved in developing and sustaining effective civilian oversight boards and agencies. It will examine the legal protections afforded to law enforcement officers that oversight bodies must navigate, and how those frameworks influence the scope and conduct of investigations into alleged misconduct. The program will also address how oversight agencies manage community expectations, promote confidence in polic... More Info
$501General Credit -
Navigating Emerging Ethical Issues: Withdrawal and Fair Jury Selection
This CLE program provides a detailed, practice-oriented examination of two increasingly complex areas of legal ethics: attorney withdrawal and fair jury selection. Tailored for litigators and trial counsel, the course analyzes the tension between a lawyer’s duty of confidentiality and the need to provide sufficient information to support a motion to withdraw, particularly in situations involving client misconduct, nonpayment, or breakdowns in the attorney-client relationship. Participants will... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Strategic Pretrial Litigation in Criminal Defense
In criminal defense practice, pretrial litigation and motion practice are often more limited than in the civil arena. Nevertheless, there are critical pretrial opportunities that can be leveraged not only to address substantive legal issues and preserve arguments for appeal, but also to create strategic advantages for the defense. This CLE program explores a more nuanced and strategic approach to pretrial litigation in criminal cases. It emphasizes that success is not solely defined by... More Info
$501General Credit -
So You Think You Want to Be a Criminal Defense Lawyer? A Practical Guide from First Meeting to Final Plea
This CLE program offers a practical, step-by-step overview of a criminal case from the defense perspective, beginning with the initial client interview and ending with plea negotiations and final deadlines. The course covers key stages including bail and first appearances, discovery, speedy trial issues, affirmative defenses, pre-trial motions, and scheduling orders, with an emphasis on real-world decision-making and case management. Designed for newer attorneys and those transitioning... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Real Estate Fraud, Deed Theft, Mortgage Fraud and Wire Fraud: Red Flags!
Real estate transactions remain a prime target for increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes. This CLE program delivers a practical, up-to-date examination of key risk areas, including mortgage fraud, identity theft and forgery, wire transfer fraud, and emerging cybersecurity threats. Special attention will be given to the growing use of artificial intelligence and deepfake technology in facilitating deed fraud and title theft. Participants will learn to identify critical red flags at ea... More Info
$501General Credit