2026 Federal Crimes Conference

2026 Federal Crimes Conference

May 14-15, 2026

Come participate in the dynamic mix of award-winning investigators and the Eastern District of North Carolina’s top prosecutors who will train law enforcement officers from all across Eastern North Carolina to develop and prosecute real deal federal cases against drug traffickers, violent offenders, illegal aliens, and organized criminal groups. 

Click HERE for the agenda. Topics include Do’s and Don’ts of Building a Federal Case, Financial Investigations/Money Laundering, Legal Writing for Law Enforcement, Case Studies on Investigations of a Drug Trafficking Organization and Violent Street Gangs, A View of Trials from a Federal Judge’s Perspective featuring The Honorable Terrence W. Boyle, (link to bio) a keynote speech from Forensic Expert Kenny Kinsey (https://kennykinseyandassoc.com/about.html), and more!  The conference will be held at the McKimmon Conference and Training Center at NC State University, a premier training facility.  This conference offers new material for both OCDETF conference alumni and first-time attendees, with a focus on building investigations for federal crimes and winning at trial in front of a federal judge.  We encourage Sheriffs and Police Chiefs to attend with their narcotics team, gang team, officers, and deputies. We also welcome Assistant District Attorneys who are fast partners in this struggle for justice and making our communities safe. 

The North Carolina Bar has approved 8.5 hours of CLE credit for Attorneys.

Seating is limited, so please register early.  The registration fee is $225.00 (with additional processing fees). We are unable to offer refunds after registration closes on May 7, 2026; however, registrants can be substituted upon request.

Co-sponsored by the NC Justice Academy and vendors from the NCGIA. 

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*Due to policy rules on receiving gifts, employees with the Department of Justice are unable to receive a polo shirt and hat; however, they are welcome to purchase a polo shirt and hat at the conference.

Payment for the conference is by credit or debit card only. A link to make payment through eventbrite will be in the confirmation email you receive after you submit this form.

If you have any questions about registering for the conference, please contact Amy Vitale, NCSA Coordinator – Events, at avitale@ncsheriffs.net or at (919) 459-1054.

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