This course is for peace officers involved in narcotics investigations or who require training in marijuana identification. The purpose is to develop or improve skills in the scientific identification of marijuana using chemical and microscopic techniques. Instruction covers the use of the modified Duquenois-Levine test, the effervescence test and NIK field testing procedures. Skills in microscopic examination are developed. Students participate in hands-on testing and conduct more than 50 microscopic and chemical tests.
Note: This course has a practical and written exam.
Featured instructor: BCI Forensic Scientists
September 19-20, 2016 ǀ 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
OPOTA Main Campus
1650 St. Rt. 56 SW
London, OH
Cost: $250