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Investigating and Prosecuting Non-Stranger and Stranger Cold Case Sexual Assaults

WHEN: April 9, 2013

TIME: 1 PM EST

REGISTER: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KDLYX36

Participants will hear from an experienced law enforcement professional and sexual assault trial attorney who will explain approaches and challenges to pursuing cold case sexual assaults. Patti Powers and Jim Markey will discuss the importance of thorough investigation techniques, the power of DNA evidence in non-stranger cases, turning tough issues into strengths at trial, and other aspects of these cases. Participants will gain an understanding of how to establish the foundation for constructing a case that holds the offender accountable, persuades the jury of the reality of the crime, and gives resolution to the victim.  

WEBINAR ACCESS LINK: https://ncjfcj.adobeconnect.com/_a932236412/ncvc2/

PRESENTERS: 

  • Patti Powers, JD, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Yakima County Prosecutor's Office
  • Jim Markey, MEd, Retired Sergeant, Phoenix Police Department