REPORT WRITING FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
1-Day Course • 7 Minnesota POST credits
This course is designed specifically for law enforcement and security professionals who seek improved report writing skills. Students who complete this course will build confidence in their ability to write thorough, accurate reports and gain a better understanding of what information must be included to withstand supervisory, legal, and public scrutiny.
Report writing is critical to the success of law enforcement and security professionals. This training covers report writing from three perspectives: the officer writing it, the supervisor reviewing it, and the jury or public evaluating it later. Topics include use-of-force documentation, report construction, information gathering, and the consequences—both positive and negative—of a well-written versus poorly written report.
The course includes lecture, case examples, and break-out group activities that allow students to practice what they’ve learned. Officers will leave with a stronger ability to articulate their actions and decisions, especially in use-of-force incidents where federal case law and constitutional standards are critical.
What to Bring
- Pen and paper or notebook
Featured Instructor
Seth Snedden
