The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) will be hosting a series of free training events across Kentucky and West Virginia in the coming months. These courses are designed to support law enforcement professionals in strengthening firearm and violent crime investigations.
Building a Bulletproof Case
This 8-hour Crime Gun Intelligence training covers current crime gun trends and provides instruction on NIBIN, NESS, eTrace, and effective investigative techniques related to firearm and violent crime cases.
- In-Service Credit: Eligible for 8 hours through KLEC (Kentucky) or LEPS (West Virginia)
- Time: 0800 – 1700
Schedule:
- April 8, 2026 – Shenandoah Junction, WV
- June 16, 2026 – Frankfort, KY
- June 17, 2026 – London, KY
- June 24, 2026 – Shepherdsville, KY
- September 15, 2026 – Huntington, WV
- September 16, 2026 – Beckley, WV
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Crime Gun Interviewing Techniques
This 8-hour Strategic Interviewing course provides practical skills and techniques to enhance firearm and violent crime investigations, improving outcomes in prosecution.
- In-Service Credit: Not eligible
- Time: 0900 – 1700
Schedule:
- May 12, 2026 – Louisville, KY
- May 13, 2026 – Lexington, KY
- May 14, 2026 – Huntington, WV
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These trainings are intended for law enforcement officers, detectives, analysts, and prosecutors. Please use the links in the attached brochures to register.