2020 Drug Recognition Expert Seminar

  • Sep 1, 2020 - Sep 2, 2020

The Criminal Justice Institute will host a 12-hour Drug Recognition Expert Seminar, September 1-2, 2020, at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Day 1: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM, Day 2: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

THIS SEMINAR IS FOR CERTIFIED DRUG RECOGNITION EXPERTS ONLY.

Seminar attendees will receive 12 CLEST hours and 12 hours of DRE recertification training for successfully attending the entire seminar. Attendees will also have the opportunity to obtain a DRE Instructor witnessed DRE evaluation by participating in a DRE instructor witnessed evaluation event the night before the seminar, August 31, 2020, at the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel.

The conference will focus on the latest research, methods, and initiatives used to detect, evaluate, and prosecute the impaired driver. Some of the topics will include the following:

  • Evolving Drug Trends
  • Roadside Interviews
  • Legal Updates
  • Toxicology
  • Medical Marijuana
  • DRE Standards and Recent Updates

Note: Lunch will be provided at the seminar.

Note: A LIMITED NUMBER OF GRANT FUNDED HOTEL ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE.

For more information, contact Ken Slocum at 501-570-8035.

Due to the rapidly changing state requirements concerning social distancing and health requirements caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, delivery of this program may be impacted. Please continue to monitor the CJI website for updates.