Drug Law Enforcement Strategies: Law Enforcement Officials on Adapting to Changing Drug Trends, Developing Effective Investigations, and Balancing Local and Federal Goals (Inside the Minds)

Drug Law Enforcement Strategies provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on the intricacies of drug crimes, investigations, and trials. Featuring law enforcement officials from around the country, this book guides the reader through the latest trends in the narcotics arena - including new drugs entering the market, the medical marijuana controversy, and the role of technology in investigations - while analyzing how these issues are impacting procedures. These skilled authors highlight proven methods for embarking on an investigation, creating drug-specific case strategies, working with informants, going undercover, and setting short- and long-term goals for an investigation. Looking at the investigator's role in bringing a drug case to court, they also explain how to supply effective evidence, work successfully with prosecutors, and anticipate questions from defense attorneys. Additionally, these leaders reveal their strategies for collaborating with other agencies, training investigators, and coping with shrinking budgets and limited manpower. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced officers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this ever-evolving field. Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives and lawyers (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world's most respected companies and firms nationwide. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is heading and the most important issues for the future. Each author has been selected based upon their experience and C-level standing within the professional community. Chapters Include: 1. Thomas D. McKay, Prosecutor's Chief Investigator and Director, Dearborn - Ohio County Prosecutor's Office, Special Crimes Unit, and President, Indiana Drug Enforcement Association Inc. - "Managing the Intricacies of Drug Investigations" 2. Kenton Eugene Hickethier, Captain and Criminal Interdiction Commander, Montana Highway Patrol - "Preparing for a Changing Arena in Drug Law Enforcement" 3. R. Darrell Weaver, Director, Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control - "Honor and Integrity in Drug Investigations" 4. Michael Glasser, Captain and Commander, New Orleans Police Department, Narcotics/Vice Sections - "Building a Better Mousetrap: Strategies for Conducting Drug Investigations" 5. Keith Mallard, Colonel and Director, Alaska State Troopers - "Best Practices for Effective Drug Enforcement" 6. James O'Grady, Commander, Chicago Police Department, Narcotics Unit - "How to Be Effective in Today's Drug Enforcement Environment" 7. Ernie Martinez, President, Colorado Drug Investigators Association, and Lieutenant, Denver Police Department - "Keeping the End Goal in Mind During a Drug Investigation: Challenges and Recommendations in Drug Investigations for 2011 and Beyond"