Bridging the Digital Divide: From Crime Scene to Courtroom

November 7 - 9, 2022

Orlando, FL

Regardless of the crime, most of our criminal cases now produce some form of digital evidence.  Understanding digital evidence, including how to properly obtain, interpret, use, and present it in court is hugely important for the success of investigations and prosecutions, alike. Join NDAA and a faculty of experienced investigators, prosecutors, and related disciplines for a course designed to provide you with the essentials in digital evidence.  Course topics include:

  • Cell phone forensics
  • Computer forensics
  • Search warrants in 2022
  • Extractions
  • Foundational requirements and admission of digital evidence
  • Effective use of digital evidence in trial
  • Geofencing
  • Preparing your forensic examiner
  • The defense expert
  • Data storage capabilities

Special thanks to our Digital Evidence Course sponsor:

VidaNyx is an easy-to-use and secure software that helps you accelerate justice by simplifying discovery and digital evidence case preparations.

Costs*:

NDAA Member: $575

Non-member: $675

NDAA adheres to a policy of non-discrimination in admissions and administration.

*Course tuition includes admission and course materials.

Limited Number of Tuition Scholarships available.

Interested in a scholarship? Apply now!
The National District Attorneys Association (NDAA), with the assistance of the American College of Trial Lawyers Foundation, is able to provide tuition assistance for Prosecutors who would like to attend our courses. Please find information regarding scholarship eligibility and the application process here.

Tuition must be paid in full prior to the first day of the course. You will not be admitted if you have an outstanding balance. If you would like to make a payment on-site, please see the Program Director upon arrival.

Payments may be made by check, money order or credit card.

Make check(s) payable to NDAA, please list your invoice number on the memo line and send the payment to:

National District Attorneys Association
PO Box 1449
Maryland Heights, MO 63043-0149

For efficient processing, checks are sent to a bank lockbox.

**To obtain an invoice, please register for the course and select “check/money order” on the payment screen.

NDAA Cancellation, Refund & Substitution Policy:

Please submit all requests to NDAA in writing via email to Logan Silverman at lsilverman@ndaajustice.org. All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made 30 calendar days prior to the first day of the NDAA event to receive a full refund. Full refunds cannot be approved for requests received after this date. Should you need to cancel your registration less than 30 days but more than 14 days before the event, a 75% refund will be granted with a written request. NDAA regrets that refunds/credit will not be given for cancellations within 14 days of the event or for no-shows. However, substitutions are gladly accepted at any time. Should another office member want to attend the course in your place please contact Logan Silverman at lsilverman@ndaajustice.org. Training credit must be applied to a new registration prior to September 30, 2023.

*NDAA reserves the right to update this policy on an as-needed basis.

For more information on NDAA’s policies and procedures, including our Code of Conduct, please visit our Policies page.

Anticipated CLE credits will be 16.75 hours.

NDAA has applied for CLE credit in Illinois, Kansas, Mississippi, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia based on state requirements and guidelines. All other attorneys seeking CLE credit should contact their state bar for more information. At the conclusion of the course and after completion of the electronic evaluation survey, all attendees will receive a uniform continuing education certificate that they may use to report their continuing education hours to their state bar or reporting agency. Questions regarding CLE can be directed to Assistant Director, Education & Engagement, Courtney Jan at cjan@ndaajustice.org.

This course is suitable for any prosecutor or investigator seeking to gain more knowledge about where we are with digital evidence both in and out of a courtroom in 2022.

If you are not sure about your eligibility, please contact Course Director Allysa Gambarella or Project Coordinator Logan Silverman.

Hotel

Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32819
(407) 313-4300

The Hilton Orlando is sold out. The following hotels are within walking distance: 

Hyatt Regency: 407-284-1234
Rosen Center Hotel:  407-996-9840
DoubleTree by Hilton: 407-352-1100

The hotel has a limited number of rooms available at course rate 3 days pre and post course. 

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi in the guest rooms
  • 15% discount at hotel restaurants and lounge
  • 24-hour access to the fitness center
  • 50% off Self-Parking for overnight guests

Rooms will be guaranteed by the guests’ major credit card or first night’s deposit. The deposit becomes non-refundable or the credit card will be charged if the guest does not arrive or cancels 24 hours prior the date of arrival, unless there is a documented emergency.

Book hotel reservations by Monday, October 17, 2022 to secure the group rate.

Bridging the Digital Divide: From Crime Scene to Courtroom

On Site Registration:
8:00 a.m. Monday, November 7, 2022
Orientation:
9:00 a.m. Monday, November 7, 2022
Conclusion:
12:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Additional Questions?

Program Director Allysa Gambarella or Project Coordinator Logan Silverman.

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1400 Crystal Drive, Suite 330
Arlington, VA 22202

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703.549.9222

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