Massachusetts CLE - Criminal Law Courses
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Criminal Procedure: The 4th, 5th and 6th Amendments
This CLE lecture will explore critical topics including the definitions of search and seizure under the Fourth Amendment, the process of obtaining and executing search warrants, and the various exceptions to the warrant requirement. Additional topics include stop and frisk procedures, the exclusionary rule and its exceptions, Miranda rights under the Fifth Amendment, the voluntariness of statements under the Fourteenth Amendment, and a brief overview of the Sixth Amendment right to counsel. More Info
$552General Credits -
No Mercy: Presenting a Successful Justification Defense
This cutting-edge CLE will guide you through the principles and practicalities of presenting a self-defense or justification defense at trial. This lecture is designed for both experienced practitioners seeking to refine their techniques and those new to the field looking to grasp the fundamentals. You will explore all the critical steps of a successful justification defense, including understanding the burden of proof, applying the reasonableness standard, conducting thorough discover... More Info
$291General Credit -
Conducting Police Internal Affairs Investigations
This CLE course provides lawyers with practical knowledge and sample policies for conducting effective police internal affairs investigations. The presenter has decades of experience representing police and local government officials. Key Topics: Roles of solicitors, labor counsel, elected officials, managers, and police chiefs Governing body’s duty to implement internal affairs policy Police officers’ rights under the 14th Amendment, Weingarten, and Garrity Parallel criminal invest... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Evidentiary Issues in the Murdaugh Case
This CLE course will explore the evidentiary complexities in the Alex Murdaugh case, where a South Carolina jury found Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife and son. The prosecution contended that Murdaugh had two primary motives for these killings. First, they argued he killed his son, Paul, to mitigate his own liability in a lawsuit stemming from Paul's drunk driving of the family boat, which resulted in the death of Mallory Beach. The death of Paul would potentially limit the impact... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Capital Punishment: The Myth of Innocence
The issue of capital punishment has been a persistent and controversial element in the criminal codes of nearly every U.S. state since the nation's founding. This CLE course explores the multifaceted debates surrounding the death penalty, focusing on its fairness, administration, and inherent ethical concerns. Over the past 70 years, the controversy has centered on three primary issues: Can the death penalty be administered in a manner consistent with fair and constitutional procedures,... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Prosecutors and Restitution: Navigating Ethical Challenges
In numerous criminal cases, victims endure severe injuries and significant inconveniences due to a lengthy, confusing, and challenging legal process. The path to recovery—whether physical, legal, emotional, or personal—can be extremely difficult. Meanwhile, criminal defendants face their own array of hurdles within a legal system overwhelmed by numerous cases and conflicting priorities. Their quest for justice is fraught with unique obstacles. In the midst of this complex scenario is t... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Utilizing Body Cam Footage in a DUI Case
With the rise of accusations against police actions, body worn cameras have become all but universally employed by law enforcement across the United States. The impact on DUI prosecutions has been dramatic and have helped resolve cases early on, particularly for extreme cases such as patent impairment and/or no impairment cases. This fascinating CLE course will explain how body worn camera footage is utilized where the defendant’s level of impairment is not self-evident and a hearing a... More Info
$291General Credit -
How To Write a Persuasive Motion
There’s an art to drafting legal motions. This one-hour CLE course will help practicing attorneys looking to enhance their advocacy skills by offering tools for constructing engaging factual narratives, structuring compelling arguments, and navigating the stages of motion practice. The course will also explain how to master citation formats, address ethical issues and other topics critical to effective motion writing. Useful for both seasoned and novice attorneys, this course offers va... More Info
$291General Credit -
Terrorism On Trial: An Overview of Anti-Terrorism Litigation in Federal Courts
This introductory CLE course will offer a glimpse into the exclusive area of anti-terrorism litigation. The course will provide an overview of the most common federal anti-terrorism statutes including 28 U.S.C. 1605A (the “terrorism exception” to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act) and the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) as amended by the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA). The course will address timelines, eligibility criteria, and the typical obstacles to obtaining a judgm... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Winning Motions to Suppress: Cross Examination of Police for Warrantless Vehicle Searches
Cross-examining a police officer takes skill and tact. This CLE course will present practical tips and strategies to conduct a successful cross-examination of police officer witnesses in situations where a traffic stop resulted in a warrantless vehicle search. From conducting a thorough client interview/intake form to the cross examination, the course will offer tried and true methods as well as common mistakes attorneys tend to make when cross-examining police officer witnesses. The c... More Info
$291General Credit
