Effective Courtroom Demeanor

This is our most requested class by police officers and detention officers. This class is offered periodically throughout the year, based on interest. The course is designed to help the beginning or experienced witness. It is geared toward law enforcement personnel; however, analysts, chemists, toxicologists and other professionals will benefit greatly from this course. The course is not designed to teach you HOW to testify. Your testimony is yours alone. However, the way you prepare for your testimony and the way you present testimony can and does affect the perception others have of you.

This course utilizes proven methods to help you:

appear more comfortable on the witness stand

understand terminology related to courtroom activities and discussions

relate your information in a clear and concise manner

treat others in the court with respect

You will also learn how the court system operates and how your case goes from arrest to trial to verdict.

Representatives from surrounding District Attorney's Offices will be available for clarification and further discussion. Together, they will make up the very popular Panel Discussion.

One of the greatest points of this class is the hands on approach. There are break out sessions to get you involved and networking opportunities to learn how others in your field handle similar situations. You won't be looking at a power point presentation all day! You will be motivated and encouraged, and will leave the class equipped with the tools you need to be an effective witness at your next trial. This class is registering now.

We offer a 2.5 day Advanced Class which can be scheduled at your facility or ours.

We also offer a mini-version of this class which can be taught at your facility. The mini-version can be tailored to target specific areas of concern. It is ideal for new employees who have never testified; however, it also serves as an excellent refresher course for your experienced officers who testify regularly. This is a 3 hour session that is process-oriented and can be offered several times throughout the year as part of your ongoing training program.

All students who successfully pass these classes will receive a certificate of completion and may be eligible for TCLEOSE credit.

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Please call for more details. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.

Direct inquiries to Lisa Fondren at 817-354-3910 or Lisa@fondrenforensics.com