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:
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:
Register at : https://www.desertsnow.com/conference/700/
Remarks:
Local Point of Contact: Dave Stewart (208)573-9799 or dwstewart@adacounty.id.gov
