CPTN Video Catalog

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The sudden death of an infant is a highly emotional situation and can affect families and officers alike. When responding to a sudden infant death or possible SIDS case, law enforcement officers and investigators may play a key role in how families cope with the immediate crisis and manage their grief. Responding officers must possess the skill, knowledge and sensitivity necessary to conduct infant death investigations in a manner that ensures a comprehensive inquiry while also considering the impact on the family members left to cope with the sudden death of their child.

This program examines the factors and conditions that may determine whether an infants death can be attributed to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or Sudden Unexplained Infant Death. It shows how using non-judgmental and sympathetic communication may help the investigation with caregivers and families. Experts demonstrate what standard procedures specific to SIDS cases must be followed during a SIDS investigation. Helpful resources are also highlighted.

The DVD program offers three viewing options:

1. Play Telecourse in its entirety (119 min.)

2. Select among seven Telecourse segments:

Introduction (2 min.)
What is SIDS? (16 min.)
Communication is Key (26 min.)
Standard Procedures (24 min.)
Emotional Impact: First Responders, Parents, and Caregivers (23 min.)
Helping with the Loss (25 min.)
Resources (2 min.)

3. Select among five Telecourse interactions (scenarios only):

Teamwork on a SIDS Call (3 min.)
Response to a SIDS Call (9 min.)
Interviewing a Parent of SIDS (3 min.)
Briefing Training on SIDS (5 min.)
Coroner Meets with Parents of SIDS (8 min.)

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Price:$99.00

Victims of Violence: A Guide to Help Bring Justice

Newly revised for 2009 with a Spanish language feature and special DVD packaging, this video educates victims about the investigative and criminal justice processes so that they may better understand and assist in the investigation and prosecution. Through the testimonials of victims of violent crimes, viewers gain insight into victims experience with the criminal justice system in key areas of: violent crime investigative procedures, step-by-step explanation of the criminal justice process, and courtroom proceedings.

Designed to be a tool and resource distributed to victims by law enforcement officers/investigators as well as victim advocacy groups, victim outreach programs, and providers of victim services. Agencies are encouraged to obtain additional free copies from POST to directly distribute to victims or victim agencies.

The DVD program is presented in English and Spanish languages, includes bilingual viewers' guides, and offers two viewing options:

1. Play Telecourse in its entirety (100 min.)

2. Select among six Telecourse segments:

Victims Stories (9 min.)

In the Aftermath of Crime (13 min.)
Introduction
Eliminating Suspects
Whos Who in the Investigation
Being Open with Information
Keeping Notes
Putting the Case Together

The Criminal Justice System (55 min.)
Introduction
Arraignment
Charging Decisions
Pre-Trial Hearings
The Presumption of Innocence
Pre-Trial Motions
Delays, Continuances & Special Considerations
Role of the DA
Role of the Defense
Role of the Judge
Victim Advocacy
Rights of the Defendant
Victims Rights
Unsolved Cases

Trial (15 min.)
Jury Selection and the Trial Process
Conviction
Victim Impact Statements
Sentencing

Enduring (5 min.)

Glossary and Terminology (3 min.)

This bilingual program has been specially packaged for easy distribution and includes a printed guide and information insert for viewers.

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Price:$0.00

Hate Crimes

Law enforcement officers typically deal with a single victim of crime. But hate crimes are far more complex they are a message crime motivated by bias or the perception of bias and they have a domino effect of terrorizing not only the targeted victim, but also terrorizing the victims family and entire community to which the victim belongs.

This program defines hate crimes according to California and Federal laws and identifies the protected groups or characteristics of victims of hate crimes. The benefits of working closely with community contacts and witnesses are outlined, along with discussion of victim resources available statewide. Gathering evidence, investigation, and reporting of hate crimes is also detailed. The program teaches that it is in the best interest of everyone, especially law enforcement, to do their best in combating hate crimes.

The DVD program offers three viewing options:

1. Play Telecourse in its entirety (114 min.)

2. Select among 12 Telecourse segments:

Introduction (3 min.)
Defining Hate Crimes (8 min.)
Gathering Evidence (6 min.)
Bridging Cultural Gaps (9 min.)
Using Community Contacts (11 min.)
Interviewing Reluctant Witnesses (18 min.)
Reporting It Right (7 min.)
Victim Resources (8 min.)
Gang-Related Hate Crimes (8 min.)
Hate Crime by Association (10 min.)
Persons With Disabilities (11 min.)
Using Technology (12 min.)

3. Select among five Telecourse interactions (scenarios only):

Hate Crime: Lesbian Couple (13 min.)
Report Writing Considerations (1 min.)
Hate Crime: Interracial Couple (5 min.)
Hate Crime: Mentally Challenged Person (8 min.)
Hate Crime: Homeless Person (5 min.)

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Price:$99.00