U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration New York Field Division Training Unit

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) New York Field Division is committed to the very best anti-drug training, not only for DEA personnel, but also for our State and Local law enforcement counterparts in New York State.

Every year the DEA New York Field Division presents a variety of training courses, the most prominent being the DEA Basic Narcotics Investigator's Course. This two-week program is designed for police officers new to drug law enforcement. The attendees will be given current and relevant information in a variety of topics, including: Drug Identification; Surveillence Techniques; Interview and Interrogation; Raid Planning and Execution; Asset Forfeiture; Undercover Techniques; Informant Management; and, Conspiracy Law. As a progression, the DEA Advance Narcotics Investigator's Course presents more highly developed drug information in a 3-4 day program. The Advanced Course is designed for drug law enforcement officers with at least two years of experience who need to learn how to target organizations above the street-level dealers.

In addition to the above courses, the DEA New York Field Division presents an assortment of other programs throughout the State of New York. We can develop a program to address the particular needs of the counter-drug investigators in your agency.

For a list of upcoming programs with the DEA New York Field Division, please contact SA Jason Daus at 212-337-2907.

Financial Search & Seizure Warrants and Casino Investigations course at the Hancock Air National Guard Base in Syracuse, New York on August 11, 2009

The New York Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Administration will be conducting a Financial Search & Seizure Warrants and Casino Investigations course at the Hancock Air National Guard Base in Syracuse, New York on August 11, 2009. This eight (8) hour presentation is open to all state, local and federal law enforcement officers. At the conclusion of this training attendees will know how to prepare a state or federal search & seizure warrant for ANY drug trafficker’s residence or business even if drugs or contraband have never been inside. Attendees will also know how casinos and gaming institutions operate and the records they possess concerning any drug trafficker that has placed a bet. All students will leave this seminar with copies of search & seizure warrants, casino records and trial evidence that they can adopt and use in their investigations. The instructor will be available after the seminar to answer specific questions concerning student’s cases and assist them in preparing warrants and affidavits.

The course is scheduled from 9:00am to 5:00pm in the second floor classroom at the 27 th BDE (National Guard Armory) located at Hancock Air National Guard Base, 6001 East Malloy Road, Syracuse, N.Y. 13211. There is no fee for this course. This class is opened to all uniformed and non-uniformed state, local and federal law enforcement officers. Official law enforcement identification will be required to enter the ANG Base as well as the classroom. Enrollment for this class is limited so please respond as soon as possible. To register please contact Special Agent Jason Daus, State & Local Training Coordinator, via e-mail at jason.t.daus@usdoj.gov or by phone at (212)337-2907. Please leave name, rank, agency and contact information.

Concealment Trap Training Course at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station in Niagara Falls, New York on July 30, 2009.

The New York Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Administration will be conducting a Concealment Trap Training Course at the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station in Niagara Falls, New York on July 30, 2009. This eight (8) hour presentation is specifically designed for uniform and non-uniform officer alike and will concentrate on concealment techniques utilized by criminal organizations throughout the country. This course will take a look at concealed compartments (traps) in vehicles, residences, furniture and other concealment methods utilized by criminal organizations.

Instructor Angel Calderon, retired DEA Special Agent, has been involved in narcotics investigations for over thirty years. During the last 10 years Mr. Calderon has been involved in a special operation finding hidden compartments in vehicles, residences and other locations and has been recognized as an expert by law enforcement agencies throughout the country.

The course is scheduled from 9:00am to 5:00pm in the OPS Briefing Room located in Building 912 of the Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, New York 14304. There is no fee for this course. This class is open to all uniformed and non-uniformed state and local law enforcement officers. Official law enforcement identification will be required to enter the class. Enrollment for this class is limited so please respond as soon as possible. To register, please contact Special Agent Jason Daus, State & Local Training Coordinator, via e-mail at jason.t.daus@ usdoj.gov or by phone at (212)337-2907. Please leave name, rank, agency and contact information.

Concealment Trap Training Course at the Monroe County Public Safety Facility in Rochester, New York on July 28, 2009

The New York Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Administration will be conducting a Concealment Trap Training Course at the Monroe County Public Safety Facility in Rochester, New York on July 28, 2009. This eight (8) hour presentation is specifically designed for uniform and non-uniform officer alike and will concentrate on concealment techniques utilized by criminal organizations throughout the country. This course will take a look at concealed compartments (traps) in vehicles, residences, furniture and other concealment methods utilized by criminal organizations.

Instructor Angel Calderon, retired DEA Special Agent, has been involved in narcotics investigations for over thirty years. During the last 10 years Mr. Calderon has been involved in a special operation finding hidden compartments in vehicles, residences and other locations and has been recognized as an expert by law enforcement agencies throughout the country.

The course is scheduled from 9:00am to 5:00pm in Room 103 of the Monroe County Public Safety Facility located at 1190 Scottsville Road, Rochester, New York 14624. There is no fee for this course. This class is open to all uniformed and non-uniformed state and local law enforcement officers. Official law enforcement identification will be required to enter the class. Enrollment for this class is limited so please respond as soon as possible. To register, please contact Special Agent Jason Daus, State & Local Training Coordinator, via e-mail at jason.t.daus@ usdoj.gov or by phone at (212)337-2907. Please leave name, rank, agency and contact information.