Firearm Trafficking Investigations
Firearm Trafficking Investigations
Topics Covered:
- Federal/State Firearm Laws Overview
- NIBIN – Benefits of Tracing Firearms
- Indicators of Firearm Trafficking
- Straw Purchases
- The Gun Show Loophole
- “Interviewing” the Weapon
- Common Street Weapons
- Undercover Firearm Purchases
- Case Preparation
- Courtroom Testimony
Course Overview:
Gun crime suppression tactics are often conducted in a reactive manner by seizing firearms after a violent crime has been committed. Historically, firearms are also seized after enforcement activity related to narcotic operations. While these types of seizures are important, it has become increasingly necessary to proactive target criminals involved the illegal distribution of firearms.
In-depth case law will be presented covering the various state and federal firearm law violations that can be used to proactively target criminals. It is imperative that officers have a true understanding of the elements each firearm law offense to ensure a successful prosecution.
Conducting witness, victim, and suspect interviews are a critical component of firearm trafficking investigations. Detailed information will be presented on techniques to “interview the firearm” and utilizing appropriate questions that will aid in the prosecution of the criminal.
This two-day training course will focus on all aspects of firearms trafficking. The participants will receive information on various types of common street weapons, pricing, and possible modifications.