On-Demand Webinar Title: The Role of the Juvenile Prosecutor (Session 1 of 7 session virtual conference)

Live Webinar Date: June 9th, 2022 (Day 1 of 2-day virtual conference) [a previous version also presented in a NDAA live webinar on 6.10.2020]

Duration: 60 minutes

Presenter:  Anthony V. Pierro, former Chief Juvenile/Domestic Violence Attorney at the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office located in Toms River, New Jersey.  

Summary: This module provides an overview of the role and responsibilities of the juvenile prosecutor inside and outside the courtroom. It encompasses procedural and ethical considerations along with an overview of the evolving and expanding role of the juvenile prosecutor. Discussion also includes the pivotal leadership role that prosecutors play across the justice continuum – from diverting cases prior to justice system involvement to addressing serious and violent offenders. Juvenile prosecutors are encouraged to stay current on science and research on youth and to be proactive in working with those in the community who serve youth, working collaboratively to reduce offending. The lessons in the webinar reinforce the prosecutor’s ethical obligations to offenders and victims and the community’s safety; will address the various disposition options that will rehabilitate and hold offenders accountable; and provide lessons on working with all of the stakeholders invested in juvenile rehabilitation.

Learning Objectives: 

(1) Learn the guiding principles of balanced approach to prosecution

(2) Compare dispositional options for juvenile offenders

(3) Recognize importance of information sharing and collaboration

CLE: This course, originally session 1 of a 7 session live virtual conference, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

[States that previously approved CLE credit for this course: AL, CA, IL, KS, NJ, NY, TX, GA and VA]

Cost:

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

If you would like to become a member, please join here!

On-Demand Access: This webinar was originally recorded on June 9th, 2022, and made available On-Demand by NDAA with the help of OJJDP's NTTAC.

Attribution & Disclaimer: 

This project is supported by Grant #2019-MU-MU-K002 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of Justice.

OJJDP Priorities

•Treating Children as Children 

•Serve Children at Home, with their Families, In their communities 

•Open Up Opportunities for Young People Involved in the Justice System

Anthony Pierro, Former Chief Juvenile/Domestic Violence Attorney

On-Demand Webinar Title: Leading Community-Based Gang Reduction Strategies

Live Presentation Date: June 9th, 2022

Duration: 88 minutes

Presenters: Sean Baldwin, Senior Research Associate, Law Enforcement Officer; Dr. David Pyrooz, Associate Professor of Sociology and Faculty Associate of Prevention Science, University of Colorado - Boulder

Summary: This module helps participant identify key elements of a comprehensive community-based gang reduction strategy and build partnerships to lead these efforts. Evidence-based strategies for community-based gang reduction efforts are offered as well as background on what makes these programs effective. Participants should gain a thorough understanding of how gang interdiction efforts have worked in other communities under various partnerships.

CLE: This course, originally Session 2 of a 7 session live virtual conference June 9th and 10th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

[States that previously approved CLE for this course: AL, CA, IL, KS, NJ, NY, TX]

Cost:

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

If you would like to become a member, please join here!

On-Demand Access: This webinar was originally recorded on June 9th, 2022, and made available On-Demand by NDAA with the help of OJJDP's NTTAC.

Attribution & Disclaimer: 

This project is supported by Grant #2019-MU-MU-K002 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of Justice.

OJJDP Priorities

•Treating Children as Children 

•Serve Children at Home, with their Families, In their communities 

•Open Up Opportunities for Young People Involved in the Justice System

Sean Baldwin, Senior Research Associate, Law Enforcement Officer

Dr. David Pyrooz, Associate Professor of Sociology and Faculty Associate of Prevention Science

On-Demand Webinar Title: Youth & Law Enforcement Curriculum (Session 3 of 7 Session Virtual Conference)

Live Presentation Date: June 9th, 2022

Duration: 61 minutes

Presenters: George Mosee, Esq.; Rhonda McKitten, Esq.

Summary: With the recent rise in juvenile crime and the loss of community due to the pandemic, a conscious effort must be taken across the country to reintroduce community and efforts at mutual understanding into the lives of at-risk youth. Doing so in a thoughtful and inclusive way increases buy in and participation among all stakeholders. This webinar explains how to develop a youth/law enforcement curriculum and how the district attorney’s office can be an effective change leader in supporting such a curriculum.

CLE: This course, originally a live webinar on June 9th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

[States that previously approved CLE credit for this course: AL, CA, IL, KS, NJ, NY, and TX]

Cost:

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

If you would like to become a member, please join here!

On-Demand Access: This webinar was originally recorded on June 9th, 2022, and made available On-Demand by NDAA.

Attribution & Disclaimer: 

This project is supported by Grant #2019-MU-MU-K002 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of Justice.

OJJDP Priorities

•Treating Children as Children 

•Serve Children at Home, with their Families, In their communities 

•Open Up Opportunities for Young People Involved in the Justice System

George Mosee, Esq., Executive Director, Retired Prosecutor

Rhonda McKitten, Esq., Project Director, Consultant

Summary: This module explains what types of juvenile offenders go on to commit serious and violent offenses. The research also covers risk factors for gang involvement and research-based practices for gang interdiction and family-based treatments. A discussion of the current rise in violent cases among juveniles nationally will also take place and possible interventions, including law enforcement community building, will be discussed.

CLE: This course, originally Session 4 of a 7 session live virtual conference June 9th and 10th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

Robert Kline, Assistant State's Attorney

Summary: Law enforcement cannot do their jobs well in communities that do not trust law enforcement. Lack of trust is one factor that can lead to violent outcomes for law enforcement and communities. Building trust between law enforcement and the communities it serves is critical to solving crime and the peaceful administration of justice. Attend this module to learn strategies help ensure safe, respectful interaction, and authentic long-term trusting relationships, ultimately resulting in safer, more unified communities. Proven strategies that have been practiced over time in numerous settings will be presented to increase positive interactions between law enforcement and youth.

CLE: This course, originally Session 5 of a 7 session live virtual conference June 9th and 10th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

Quentin Williams, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

On-Demand Webinar Title: ACESs Informed Law Enforcement, Prosecution and Courts

Live Webinar Date: June 10th, 2022 (session 6 of 7 session virtual conference)

Duration: Approximately 80 minutes

Moderator: Rachel Larsen, Senior Attorney, Juvenile Justice, National District Attorney's Association

Presenters: 

Benjamin David, District Attorney, 6th Prosecutorial District (New Hanover & Pender Counties), North Carolina (Wilmington, NC)

Rosetta Royster, Assistant District Attorney, Superior Court Prosecutor & Pender County Juvenile Court Prosecutor 

Summary: Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adverse Community Environments (ACEs) can have profoundly negative impacts on children and increase the likelihood that these children will end up in the courtroom as a victim or a defendant. In this presentation, a North Carolina District Attorney of a rural and suburban district explore best practices and strategies for addressing adverse consequences within the legal system. The process of bringing law enforcement, the defense, the prosecution, and the court system together to create a more trauma-informed justice system that has won state-wide recognition for its efforts is discussed.

CLE: This course, originally Session 6 of a 7 session live virtual conference June 9th and 10th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

Cost: 

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

If you would like to become a member, please join here!

On-Demand Access: This webinar was originally recorded on June 10th, 2022, and made available On-Demand by NDAA.

Attribution & Disclaimer: 

This project is supported by Grant #2019-MU-MU-K002 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.

The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of Justice.

OJJDP Priorities

•Treating Children as Children 

•Serve Children at Home, with their Families, In their communities 

•Open Up Opportunities for Young People Involved in the Justice System

Benjamin David, District Attorney

On-Demand Webinar Title: Child and Adolescent Development

Live Webinar Date:  June 10, 2022 (Day 2 of 2 day Virtual Conference)

Duration: Approximately 90 minutes

Presenter: Stacy Miller, J.D., CWLS

Summary: Over the past 25 years, there have been significant strides in what we know about the developing brain from birth through adolescence. This module will provide an overview of that research, along with promising practices and protocols that build resilience. This presentation covers the latest developments in research on adolescent brain development and examine how brain science has changed what we know about teenage behavior to assist prosecutors in becoming more familiar with the developmental approach. This presentation explores topics including risk, resiliency, and protective factors, along with an examination of the underlying impact that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have on cognitive and emotional development and decision-making. This will not only increase attendees understanding of the general principles, but will also inform their case assessments at intake, detention, and disposition.

Executive Director of the National District Attorneys Association, Nelson Bunn, also provides closing remarks. 

Learning Objectives: 

(1) Understand key childhood and adolescent development principles.

(2) Describe the potential impact of adversity and toxic stress on the developing brain.

(3) Understand the significance of adolescent brain development and its bearing on future opportunities and vulnerabilities among youth.

(4) Define and discuss how resiliency and protective factors affect children and youth.

CLE: This course, originally Session 7 of a 7 session live virtual conference June 9th and 10th, 2022, was recorded for on-demand attendance. The live webinar was approved for CLE credit in certain states; however, NDAA does not apply for CLE approval or renewal of approval for recorded content or report on-demand CLE attendance for this webinar. NDAA is not responsible for applying for CLE approval or reporting CLE credits for this on-demand webinar. Attendees are responsible for ensuring their state accepts their applications for self-study CLE credits. Upon completion of your on-demand course (video, quiz and survey), you will be able to access a CLE Uniform Certificate of Attendance. If your state accepts self-study credits, you can submit this Certificate and other required materials directly to your state bar.  Attendees must self-submit this course for approval in their home state. All attorneys are responsible for any fees associated with CLE filing. Attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar associations for more information. General questions or additional information regarding CLE credit can be directed to cle@ndaajustice.org.

Cost:

Members: Free

Non-Members: Free

If you would like to become a member, please join here!

On-Demand Access: This webinar was originally recorded on June 10th, 2022, and made available On-Demand by NDAA.

Attribution & Disclaimer: 

This project is supported by Grant #2019-MU-MU-K002 awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the Department of Justice.

OJJDP Priorities

•Treating Children as Children 

•Serve Children at Home, with their Families, In their communities 

•Open Up Opportunities for Young People Involved in the Justice System

Stacy Miller, J.D., CWLS, Assistant District Attorney, Team Leader