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R2 240D Desert Snow Hands-On Criminal Interdiction Workshop – Boise

April 7-9 2026, 8:00am-5:00pm

Credit hours: 24
Course Number: R2 240D

Description:

Desert Snow was the first training company in North America to put its attendees into small groups and allow them to conduct actual vehicle searches. This hands-on training method offers students a one of a kind experience and has proven itself to be the most effective form of vehicle search training. Check out our Upcoming Conferences & Registration link to find our available hands-on training courses.

Classroom ( 16 Hour)
* Current Threats Facing Our Communities
* An “All Crimes” Approach To Criminal Interdiction
* Combating The Current Opioid Epidemic
* How To Conduct A Legal & Systematic Traffic Stop
* The Mindset Of A Contraband Smuggler
* Steps Taken By Criminals To Avoid Detection
* Recognizing Indicators Of Criminal Activity
* Pertinent Case Law Relating To Criminal Interdiction
* How Defense Attorneys Beat Criminal Cases In Court
* Developing Roadside Conversational Skills
* Spotting Deceptive Behavior
* How and When To Ask For Consent To Search Officer Safety Issues Pertaining To Interdiction
* Identifying Common Vehicle Concealments
* Numerous Electronic Compartment Videos
* Appropriate Asset Forfeiture Practices Post Arrest Considerations
* Current & Effective Interdiction Resources
* Numerous Recent Interdiction Traffic Stop Videos
* Review Of Multiple Concealment Locations

WORKHOP (8 HRS)
* Hands-On Search of Actual Vehicles
* Car / Pickup /SUV / Van
* Exposure To Simulated IEDs
*Electronic Compartments Up Close & Personal
* Exposure to Variety of Simulated Contraband
* Exposure to Variety of Concealments
*  Tires
* Engine Manifolds
* Drivelines
* False Batteries
* Fuel Tanks & More

Instructor: Brandon Zirkle

Location:

Ada County Sheriff’s Office
7200 Barrister Drive
Boise, ID 83704

Registration Details:

Desert Snow Boise, ID 2026

Register at : https://www.desertsnow.com/conference/700/

Remarks:

Local Point of Contact: Dave Stewart (208)573-9799 or dwstewart@adacounty.id.gov

 

 

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Date

Apr 07 2026
Expired!

Time

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Cost

$749.00

Labels

R2

Location

Ada County Sheriff's Office
7200 Barrister Drive Boise, ID  83704

Organizer

Ada County Sheriff's Office
Ada County Sheriff's Office
Phone
(208) 577-3563
Email
wwardjr@adacounty.id.gov
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