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DTSTART:20261006T130000Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome and Opening Remarks
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T131500Z
DTEND:20261006T141500Z
SUMMARY:Deep Forgiveness - Opening Plenary
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/67b5a902f28411bc7a1fcc92067476a7
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T143000Z
DTEND:20261006T153000Z
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Mitigation Writing: Journalistic and Social Justice for Results
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nMitigation development must find a work product\, and mitigation writing is a naturally compelling and persuasive product...but only if used in conjunction with social justice advocacy and journalistic style. This session will introduce attendees to the ways in which mitigation writing can be journalistic writing\, compelling the finder of fact to care about the story. Mitigation development that highlights the experiences of those who have been marginalized\, experienced oppressive systems\, and articulates meaning\, context\, power\, history\, and possibility (the Just Practice social work framework) can lead to advocacy in writing a person's mitigation story in a meaningful way.\n\nLearners will:\n(1) Develop an understanding of the Just Practice framework as it lends itself to mitigation development\;\n(2) Learn about journalistic writing as a compelling format to expand on the biopsychosocial\; and\n(3) Practice self-reflection of their own experience and imposition of place and space on a client's story before beginning mitigation writing.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T143000Z
DTEND:20261006T153000Z
SUMMARY:The Evolution of Criminal Defense Mitigation through the Voice of Practitioners: An Exploratory Research Study.
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nCriminal defense mitigation and its main occupational outlet\, the Mitigation Specialist\, have evolved and expanded since Gideon v. Wainwright. &nbsp\;Employed by various names such as Forensic Social Worker\, Dispositional Advisor\, Mitigation Specialist\, and more\, these unique professionals and their roles are vital to the traditional operation and understanding of criminal defense. Despite its impact and growth\, this occupation is often misunderstood and lacks foundation and research compared to other necessary criminal justice and legal roles inside and outside public defense. This session is based on a study that takes on this issue through a conducted exploratory study and purposive case study of 95 Mitigation Specialists from all over the United States. &nbsp\;The findings give depth to the positions amazing strengths\, foundational gaps\, and encourages dialogue toward a contemporary and evolved understanding of mitigation and the Mitigation Specialist profession.\n\nLearning Objectives:\nAttendees will learn about the history of the Mitigation Specialist.Attendees will learn the evolved and various definitions of the Mitigation Specialist.Attendees will understand what national practitioners define and describe the Mitigation Specialist position as.Attendees will be enlightened about the common national struggles of the Mitigation Specialist\, its common duties\, and takeaways towards its positive future.\n
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T143000Z
DTEND:20261006T153000Z
SUMMARY:Facing the Algorithm: AI Police Reports and Machine-Generated Evidence
DESCRIPTION:Machines are now helping write the record. We will start with AI-assisted police narratives: how they are made\, how to spot them when they land on your desk\, and how to defend against them today (what to demand: drafts\, versions\, prompts\, logs\; how to dissect raw media versus polished text). Then we will widen to other machine-generated evidence and close with a court-facing framework for a single Rule 104(a) reliability hearing consistent with the proposed Rule 707.\n\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/5a5dcdc6762f0aec2c58af6f9cdcfae3
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T143000Z
DTEND:20261006T153000Z
SUMMARY:The Defender's Toolbox for Public Speaking
DESCRIPTION:Explore your potential as a confident and effective speaker with "The Defender's Toolbox for Public Speaking." This is a lively\, interactive session that will utilize exercises and approaches to performance that are designed to boost your public speaking skills in a supportive\, playful environment. \nWhether you're gearing up to testify\, leading your team\, or just looking to spice up your communication abilities\, this session is crafted to fit your needs. You'll walk away with useful tools for a variety of speaking settings\, a boost to your confidence\, and new perspectives on public speaking.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/2fec38e1ae8ecdf2e70e2f97515cb493
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T143000Z
DTEND:20261006T153000Z
SUMMARY:Trial-Ready: Skills-Based Strategies for Public Defense Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:This skills-based session is designed for paralegals serving in public defense environments\, with a focus on the critical role they play in preparing cases for trial. Attendees will explore practical strategies for supporting attorneys through the drafting of pretrial motions\, organizing and managing case files\, preparing exhibits\, coordinating discovery\, and anticipating trial needs. The session will highlight the unique challenges and responsibilities faced by paralegals in indigent defense\, where limited resources demand adaptability\, precision\, and strong teamwork. Whether you're new to litigation support or seeking to deepen your trial-readiness skills\, this session will offer concrete tools to increase your effectiveness both inside and outside the courtroom.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/8569952a2a36930f3716a68011d7ac3e
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T153000Z
DTEND:20261006T170000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch Break (on your own)
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CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/a433ef251915cc81104c0831f05fcc8c
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T170000Z
DTEND:20261006T180000Z
SUMMARY:Social Worker Plenary: Telling A Mitigation Story You Can Feel
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nStories activate the parts of the human brain that would be used if we were actually experiencing the story. How we tell our&nbsp\;clients' stories impacts how the listeners experience and understand the information. In this session\, we will discuss strategies for turning the facts of a case into stories that paint a picture decision-makers can feel.\n\nLearning Objectives:\n1. understand the&nbsp\;difference between stating facts and telling a story2. apply trauma-informed interviewing techniques that can help elicit descriptive language3. practice telling a story by turning a list of facts into a descriptive story\n
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T170000Z
DTEND:20261006T180000Z
SUMMARY:Employee Bill of Rights
DESCRIPTION:R. E. S. P. E. C. T.\nA Discussion for & about Core Staff in Public Defense Offices\n\nOffice dynamics\, especially between attorney and non-attorney staff members\, can be a challenging topic to address.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;Join this workshop where we identify standards and basic rights for the workplace and have a candid&nbsp\;&nbsp\;and constructive conversation about the realities of the Core Staff experience.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;Participants will leave this session with a clearer vision of a healthy workplace as well as metrics to assess successes and failures.&nbsp\;&nbsp\;The objectives of this session are to provide a framework to define success\, identify practical steps forward\, and approach the topic of workplace inequities in an action oriented manner with a focus on shared values and team cohesion\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T170000Z
DTEND:20261006T180000Z
SUMMARY:Influencing Without Authority
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CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/dd32c52b595370380f7ae8f7ecd7d3f8
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T170000Z
DTEND:20261006T180000Z
SUMMARY:Interviewing and Safety For Investigators
DESCRIPTION:This course provides practical\, field-tested strategies to help public defense investigators conduct effective interviews while staying safe in unpredictable environments. Participants will learn techniques for building rapport\, assessing risk\, maintaining situational awareness\, and navigating challenging subjects
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/3b151c7b0fc0d398d03ac3bf326bf4a1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T170000Z
DTEND:20261006T180000Z
SUMMARY:The Gideon Blueprint 2.0: Building AI the Judiciary Can Trust
DESCRIPTION:This session tells the inside story of how one federal defender office built and governed its own AI system—fully on-premises\, never in the cloud—and what that journey revealed about the future of AI in the courts. We’ll walk through how “practice-first” experimentation (Gideon 1.0) evolved into a “policy-first” governance model (Blueprint 2.0) that now informs judiciary-wide standards for fairness\, transparency\, and human oversight. You’ll see how role-specific guardrails\, context control\, and pilots turned into enforceable ethics\, and why “humans in the loop” is not just a safeguard but the foundation of judicial integrity in an AI age.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/0e0b87ee7f303a1c873c09a74ae26695
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T181500Z
DTEND:20261006T191500Z
SUMMARY:Refueling the Leader Inside Because Leadership Fatigue is Real
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nThis session recognizes and validates the sleepless nights\, the doubts\, and yes those feelings of loneliness and isolation that leaders may face. How do we maintain our compassion satisfaction and sustainability while working in unjust and oppressive systems\, acknowledging high levels of stress\, feelings of burnout\, inadequacy\, and limited resources for our staff?". We know our job as leaders is the maintenance of hope\, motivation and inspiration for our employees. This session is designed to help re-frame\, re-fresh\, and re-fuel the leader inside. We will validate our leadership vulnerabilities\, and strategize relevant and actionable strategies to ease our challenges in order to maintain motivation\, and lead more effectively.\nLearning Objectives:&nbsp\;In this session\, participant Leaders will: 1. Establish common ground about the definition of leadership\; 2. Explore theoretical knowledge on common emotional experiences and why self-validation as leaders is essential for sustainability\; 3. Examine the need to practice self compassion that encourages leaders to treat themselves with kindness and understanding during emotional challenges\; 4. Formulate specific skill enhancement techniques to prepare leaders for emotionally charged interpersonal interactions.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T181500Z
DTEND:20261006T191500Z
SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: Journalistic Tools for Mitigation Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nThis one‑hour workshop equips mitigation specialists with practical writing tools grounded in the Just Practice framework and journalistic techniques. Participants will learn to distill complex client narratives into clear\, compelling stories that emphasize resilience while maintaining ethical integrity. Through structured prompts\, they will practice crafting headlines and leads\, designing open‑ended interview questions\, reflecting on ethical storytelling\, and constructing cohesive narratives. The session balances hands‑on writing practice with guided reflection\, ensuring participants leave with actionable strategies to strengthen their reports and advocacy.\n\nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to:\nApply journalistic writing techniques such as headlines\, leads\, and narrative clarity to frame client stories in ways that highlight adversity\, resilience\, power differentials\, and humanize context.Develop and refine interview questions that elicit detailed\, unbiased information from clients and collateral sources\, supporting accurate and ethically grounded storytelling based on a client’s biopsychosocial history.Integrate ethical reflection into narrative construction by identifying potential risks of harm\, articulating guiding principles\, and producing client-centered narratives that balance advocacy with accuracy.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/eb0d8bb691c29a181572f14e8c2e3be6
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T181500Z
DTEND:20261006T191500Z
SUMMARY:CV Workshop: Psssst…It’s Not a Resume!
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever noticed that cops love to talk about their “training and experience”!?! This workshop will discuss the rationale for building a witness’s credibility and apply it to criminal defense investigators and mitigation specialists. You have a lot of training and experience of your own to share. We will identify CV red flags\, the elements of a solid CV\, and start the process of working up or refreshing your CV. We will also cover some of the credibility building questions that you can expect upon direct examination.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/cc60842c7876c87ca3ab49a5a4e1570d
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T181500Z
DTEND:20261006T191500Z
SUMMARY:Inside the DUI Process: What the Defense Needs to Know: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Part One focuses on promoting accuracy and integrity in sobriety testing\, not discrediting officers. It walks through the phases of a DUI arrest—from observing a vehicle in motion to personal contact and pre-arrest screening—and explains the three main field sobriety tests: Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus\, Walk and Turn\, and One Leg Stand. Each test’s purpose\, common indicators of impairment\, and accuracy rates are discussed\, along with the importance of following standardized procedures. By the end\, attendees understand how these tests build probable cause and how mistakes or deviations from NHTSA standards can affect the reliability of the results.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/2d6e4cb2b8f6f7e92ccecd894eb19135
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T181500Z
DTEND:20261006T191500Z
SUMMARY:Systems at Work: Income Inequality and Justice Access
DESCRIPTION:This course offers a clear\, evidence-informed review of how economic conditions and policy choices shape people’s ability to obtain fair legal representation and navigate the justice system. Participants will examine structural factors\, service gaps\, and practical responses that affect access to counsel\, case outcomes\, and client stability\, with an emphasis on actionable strategies for public defenders\, legal advocates\, and system partners.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T193000Z
DTEND:20261006T203000Z
SUMMARY:An Introduction to Defense-Victim Outreach (DVO)
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nFor 25 years\, defense attorneys in criminal cases have been engaging Defense-Victim Outreach (DVO) specialists to assist in reaching out to family members whose loved ones have been murdered and to survivors of violent crime. This session is an introduction to DVO that covers key concepts and ideas\, and offers tools for engaging a DVO in your cases.\n\nLearning Objectives:&nbsp\;1. Understand what defense-victim outreach is and is not!2. Understand the role of a DVO Specialist in your case.3. Develop tools for identifying and engaging a DVO specialist.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/dd19545d07735efbb587130142c94844
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T193000Z
DTEND:20261006T203000Z
SUMMARY:Cell Phone Location Mapping
DESCRIPTION:Use of cell phone location activity based on proximity to cellular towers is increasingly common in representation of criminal defendants. This presentation will provide an overview of how cellular phones communicate with the network\, the way in which this information is retained by the cellular provider\, and examples of how this data may translate into mapping for your cases. It will also include strategic litigation ideas for gathering this information independent of prosecutorial involvement to assess potential alibis as well as examples of various mapping platforms that you may see depending on your jurisdiction.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/fe4272164bea8c328090f8ec82821756
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T193000Z
DTEND:20261006T203000Z
SUMMARY:Give 'Em the Old Razzle Dazzle: Lessons on Communication and Project Management from Costuming Musicals
DESCRIPTION:Bring your jazz hands and sequins while we dive into the world of musical theatre to uncover valuable lessons in event management and communication. Whether it's conferences\, an office party\, or other group gatherings\, administrative professionals may find themselves at the helm of organizing events or projects and the communications that go alongside them.\n\nThis presentation will share creative strategies and practical skills inspired by the art of costuming musical productions and practical ways to apply them to office event organizing. We'll explore how attention to detail\, creativity\, and adaptability can enhance event planning and communication efforts. Learn how to manage resources efficiently\, coordinate with diverse teams\, and ensure the details align with the vision of the event ... and that you stay sane while you do it!\n\nParticipants will gain actionable insights and resources to elevate their events and communications and share additional resources with one another. Get ready to add a touch of theatrical flair to your professional toolkit!
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/0085b571262b129da78729b0ff4663d9
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T193000Z
DTEND:20261006T203000Z
SUMMARY:Inside the DUI Process: What the Defense Need to Know: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:&nbsp\;Part Two takes a deeper look at the testing conducted by officers. Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) represents the next level of training\, building a foundational understanding of drug-related impairment and detection. The Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) program is the final step\, providing officers with advanced knowledge of the signs and symptoms of drug impairment. This session helps attorneys understand how these levels of training shape arrest decisions and why properly conducted investigations are essential. It also explains the role of the DRE evaluation and its 12-step process\, along with the key legal challenges to consider when these evaluations are introduced in court.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/c49470ccd7c75463c1cc2d52b5ddfe6c
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261006T203000Z
DTEND:20261006T211500Z
SUMMARY:Shirt Exchange\, Additional Merch Purchasing
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CATEGORIES:PLENARY
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/d0c322baffca9673aaed3ff2d7f79d46
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T140000Z
SUMMARY:Advanced Storytelling in Criminal Cases: Strategies\, Persuasion\, and Techniques
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\nThis interactive session is designed to help attendees develop effective storytelling strategies for their criminal cases. The goal is to equip participants with persuasive techniques that enable them to achieve the desired outcomes for their often marginalized clients.\nPresentation Goals in Criminal Cases\n1. Developing a Storytelling StrategyA successful storytelling strategy begins by clearly defining both the purpose and the audience for your case. The primary objective is to influence how the finder perceives the facts and ultimately makes decisions. To accomplish this\, it is essential to identify the core message you wish to convey. An effective action plan involves gathering and organizing relevant content and setting appropriate timelines for each stage of the case presentation.\n2. PersuasionPersuasion in criminal cases relies on the use of compelling narratives that make facts both memorable and relatable.&nbsp\;Several techniques are vital to achieving this:\n· Emotional Appeals: Engage the audience’s emotions to strengthen the impact of the narrative.\n· Framing Evidence: Present evidence within a coherent story to provide context and meaning.\n· Humanizing Experiences: Share your client’s stories and experiences to foster empathy and understanding.\nPersuasive communication also requires clarity\, ensuring that facts and legal arguments are easy to understand. Building credibility through consistency and honesty helps to establish trust with the audience. Strong connections are formed by engaging the audience both emotionally and intellectually. It is essential to ensure retention so that the fact finder remembers your key points. Ultimately\, advocacy is about advancing your client’s position ethically and effectively.\n3. TechniquesDeveloping a clear narrative structure is key to successful storytelling.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/b0b3eb0e0881214a6ab23ec67f99288b
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T140000Z
SUMMARY:Cell Phone Extractions
DESCRIPTION:Cell phones extractions are digital copies of a client or witness' mobile device that often contain a voluminous amount of data which can be daunting to navigate or even access. This session is designed to provide an overview of cell phone forensic reports generated in the extraction process\, frequently through programs like Cellebrite or Magnet\, with a goal of assisting users in navigating this data to identify information that may be useful for representation of the client.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/053b9bb6a7dd8deca3eeb59336b56ff9
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T140000Z
SUMMARY:Human Performance Toxicology: Determining Driver Impairment
DESCRIPTION:Human performance\, when it comes to driving or operating any vehicle\, is important in assuring the safety of individuals. When it comes to determining impairment\, there are many things to consider. This webinar will give the participant a better understanding of the test involved in determining impairment\, the classes of drug that are evaluated in the test and the analysis of the biological evidence.\nHighlights\n• History of SFSTs\n• Standard Field Sobriety test: in-depth look\n• Drugs and Driving-Drug Evaluation and Classification Program (DEC)\n• Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)\n• Drug classes involved with DRE testing\n• Analysis of biological evidence in the lab\n• Questions to ask concerning analysis\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/21ab338c51545e5a24df19263571740e
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T140000Z
SUMMARY:Managing Up
DESCRIPTION:How to practice management skills to build productive working relationships with supervisors and leadership.\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/47f68636f28abb0396951ba7b5ec30db
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T130000Z
DTEND:20261007T140000Z
SUMMARY:WWW Recap
DESCRIPTION:Most Wednesdays this past couple of years or so\, Jon has provided websites that would be immediately usable to his fellow investigators throughout the US. He will share some of his favorite new websites and how they can be best utilized for your cases. Great for the whole team! Come join us!\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/ab002f9d31a4df3d181862e420a270c4
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T141500Z
DTEND:20261007T151500Z
SUMMARY:Creating Space for Leadership Growth in an Equity Challenged World
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nThis session focuses on our leadership responsibility for the career development of our teams&nbsp\;while working from a social justice lens. In this work\, the inequities and marginalization of our clients’ lives is front and center in our daily work. And so\, in this world of work\, being inclusive as a leader isn’t optional. Building a safe and inclusive culture requires leaders to connect with others authentically and set powerful examples by being inclusive even when it's not easy/convenient. This session offers actionable strategies and insights to build an inclusive culture and create a psychologically safe environment for people to thrive.\nLearning Objectives:&nbsp\;In this session participant Leaders will: 1. Recognize and articulate the differences between equity and equality. 2. Identify instances of inequity in the workplace and understand their impacts. 3. Apply principles of social justice to promote fair treatment and opportunities for all employees. 4. Implement strategies to create a more inclusive and equitable work environment.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/7a9066db4a9c5a0be1d7f27617cdd99b
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T141500Z
DTEND:20261007T151500Z
SUMMARY:Mitigating Gideon: Revisiting the Public Defender and Its Role in an Equitable America.
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nIn this era of unprecedented political change\, where the momentum of criminal justice reform and social justice has halted at the fifth anniversary of the George Floyd Era\, the public defender shines as a beacon of equity and equality. This session speaks to our times and highlights the role of criminal defense mitigation and its particular micro\, mezzo\, and macro roles in achieving an equitable America. Adapted from Donavan’s new book\, Mitigating Gideon\, &nbsp\;it expounds on cultural humility and a culturally competent criminal defense mitigation model\, presenting philosophy and practice to build\, augment\, and sustain a consistent practice of culturally competent mitigation relevant to the public defender mandate and its place amid the challenged vestiges of social justice and criminal justice reform.\n&nbsp\;\nLearning objectives\nAttendees will:\nAttendees will learn about a philosophy of culturally competent mitigation practice.Attendees will learn how to use cultural humility in mitigation practice.Attendees will learn about the challenges of using a culturally relevant mitigation practice.Attendees will be given tools to encourage their own version of culturally relevant mitigation practice.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/7bba07b766e2b1c59ae2325711fab89e
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T141500Z
DTEND:20261007T151500Z
SUMMARY:Spoonful of Sugar: The Art of Effective Communication
DESCRIPTION:Step into the whimsical world of Mary Poppins to discover the secrets of effective communication. This session uses the charm and wit of Mary Poppins as a backdrop to explore strategies for navigating conversations with empathy\, clarity\, and impact. Whether working with clients or handling challenging discussions\, participants will gain insights into building trust\, tailoring communication styles\, and fostering meaningful dialogue.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/dfa54a3459f6eb7e19a206cce10d61c4
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T141500Z
DTEND:20261007T151500Z
SUMMARY:The Basics of Criminal Investigation: Let's Talk About It
DESCRIPTION:Are you new or new-ish to criminal defense investigations? &nbsp\;Let’s talk about some of the basic of fact investigations to help you get started.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3b0c80c2dfa31835b433927abc176605
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/3b0c80c2dfa31835b433927abc176605
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T153000Z
DTEND:20261007T163000Z
SUMMARY:Carving Out Your Role on the Defense Team
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nInterdisciplinary collaboration can be complex\, especially when diverse training and degrees produce distinct skill sets. Navigating how these skills complement one another is not always straightforward. This session will explore how social workers and mitigation specialists\, through discipline-specific expertise\, can enhance and support the work of attorneys and investigators on defense teams. With a long history of bridging gaps across disciplines\, social workers and mitigation specialists bring unique perspectives that strengthen collaboration. Attendees will gain practical strategies to showcase their specialized skills\, articulate their roles\, and demonstrate how these contributions build team capacity and support clients more effectively.\n\nThis session equips social workers and mitigation specialists with strategies to integrate seamlessly into defense teams while highlighting their unique expertise. Participants will learn:\nThe work culture expectations of a defense office and how to align with them.How to communicate their role and value to attorneys and investigators.Ways to clarify swim lanes when responsibilities overlap (e.g.\, records collection\, client meetings).How to leverage strengths beyond the job description to shine in their role.The dual benefits of mitigation work: client-centered outcomes and team process improvements.How to lead from any chair by modeling collaboration\, initiative\, and education.Practical strategies for educating new team members about mitigation skills.A roadmap for not just “doing the job” but elevating the job into a respected\, indispensable function.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/a1740c7868fdf5e881b6642d5591aa25
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T153000Z
DTEND:20261007T163000Z
SUMMARY:Code of Respect: Cultural Competence in the Trenches of Public Defense
DESCRIPTION:Working in public defense means stepping into the lives and communities of people whose experiences may look nothing like our own.&nbsp\;Code of Respect explores what it means to practice true cultural competence—not by claiming to know everything\, but by leading with awareness\, humility\, and respect. This session dives into how investigators and social workers can navigate cultural differences as tools for connection rather than barriers to understanding. Through real-world examples from the trenches\, participants will examine how cultural respect shapes communication\, builds trust\, and strengthens the quality of defense work. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s presence\, openness\, and a genuine commitment to seeing clients as whole people within their cultural realities.\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:86048bbb2f584984b6ed510901971841
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/86048bbb2f584984b6ed510901971841
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T153000Z
DTEND:20261007T163000Z
SUMMARY:Doing More With Less: Practical Technology for Public Defense
DESCRIPTION:\nIn this session\, we will explore ways you can use technology to make your practice more efficient. &nbsp\;From data storage to creating a digital Trial Notebook\, Mary Hotovy and Corey Smith will bring the blur of the tech world into clear focus.&nbsp\;
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:a1d1c791b5f238c197944955ac90e7d3
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/a1d1c791b5f238c197944955ac90e7d3
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T153000Z
DTEND:20261007T163000Z
SUMMARY:Kaizen for PD Offices
DESCRIPTION:Being a public defender is already hard work\, but outdated or inconsistent workflows can make the job harder than it needs to be. This session introduces Kaizen\, a simple and practical approach to continuous improvement that helps teams reduce frustration\, eliminate wasted effort\, and create smoother\, more consistent processes. We'll explore real PD examples and discover how small\, &nbsp\;staff-driven changes can significantly improve efficiency\, communication\, and client outcomes—without new technology or major system overhauls.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c443ef3ba178c065367ae2cea0988197
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/c443ef3ba178c065367ae2cea0988197
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T163000Z
DTEND:20261007T173000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch Break (on your own)
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:BREAK
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:926e1c54d47386ba0fe498fa7df7a650
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/926e1c54d47386ba0fe498fa7df7a650
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T173000Z
DTEND:20261007T183000Z
SUMMARY:Eddie Ellis Plenary Session
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:PLENARY
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4c7556d897ec7e78ab37ecc5518e103c
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/4c7556d897ec7e78ab37ecc5518e103c
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T184500Z
DTEND:20261007T194500Z
SUMMARY:The Heart of Mitigation: Holistic Defense 101
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nThis presentation focuses on things a new mitigation specialist would need to know when starting their career\, including the basics of Holistic Defense\, the Bronx Defender study\, and tips on how to be successful in your role.\n\nObjectives:Acquire knowledge of the origins and fundamentals of Holistic DefenseAdvance understanding of the various roles of a Mitigation Specialist on a defense teamProgress understanding of communication with client’s\, stakeholders\, and community partners
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:f8931ff61aea3f35d5bd8957b8bb2163
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/f8931ff61aea3f35d5bd8957b8bb2163
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T184500Z
DTEND:20261007T194500Z
SUMMARY:Defending in the Digital Age: The Challenges of Tech-Driven Policing
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour session provides an engaging look into the rapidly evolving world of police technology. From the use of artificial intelligence in investigations to the growing role of drones and surveillance systems\, attendees will gain insight into how modern tools are reshaping policing. The presentation will explore technologies such as AI-based report generation\, facial recognition\, and advanced video analytics\, as well as their potential benefits and ethical challenges. Participants will also examine how these innovations impact defense strategies\, evidence reliability\, and constitutional rights—offering a thought-provoking discussion on the balance between efficiency\, accountability\, and privacy in the future of law enforcement.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/c61e45cc5ec6d4db6ce8e451e7e1c06a
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T184500Z
DTEND:20261007T194500Z
SUMMARY:Making Your Place on the Team
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:81ffb9e7ccb6b2a78b15e6d379c5e9f0
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/81ffb9e7ccb6b2a78b15e6d379c5e9f0
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T184500Z
DTEND:20261007T194500Z
SUMMARY:The Multi-Generational Workplace
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:4a25e272afaf8eeff32a969d056f55c4
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/4a25e272afaf8eeff32a969d056f55c4
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T200000Z
DTEND:20261007T210000Z
SUMMARY:Client Interaction & De-Escalation Techniques For Public Defense Paralegals
DESCRIPTION:Paralegals in public defense must be equipped with practical\, skill-based tools to navigate difficult client interactions\, especially in the context of trauma\, crisis\, and high-stress legal proceedings. This session focuses on building concrete communication skills that support effective client engagement\, including de-escalation techniques\, managing emotionally charged conversations\, and maintaining professional boundaries. Through real-world scenarios and applied strategies\, participants will strengthen their ability to recognize signs of client distress\, respond with clarity and professionalism\, and contribute to more stable and productive attorney-client relationships. This session is ideal for both new and experienced public defense paralegals—and attorneys working alongside them—who are seeking to enhance their direct client work with confidence and care.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference Room 1\, 2\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/52be2f0a7fa6fb8108a4034749ed38d7
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T200000Z
DTEND:20261007T210000Z
SUMMARY:Prepare to be Crossed!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to one of the most stressful moments of your career…the examination of your work in a public setting. This session will review the best practices\, and potential pitfalls\, for when you are inevitably called to testify as a witness. We will also discuss some of the common tactics used by the state to discredit your testimony. Attorneys are great at prepping our witnesses on substance\, but we often glaze over the psychological stress inherent in testifying. We will discuss that pressure here and leave you with healthy decompression tools.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/5b35c5d7c1c8432ed98574ebd6361456
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T200000Z
DTEND:20261007T210000Z
SUMMARY:THC/Cannabis Toxicology: Recognizing Impairment
DESCRIPTION:With the legalization of marijuana and the recent innovations in the delivery and ingestion of Cannabis\nin both psychoactive and non-psychoactive forms\, there has been a surge of Cannabis related cases in\nthe criminal arena. This presentation is designed to educate attorneys and investigators on the DRE\nprocess and how it applies when Cannabis is the drug perceived to be resulting in impairment.\nHighlights (5-10 mins\, each section)\n1. Chemical breakdown/Toxicology\n2. Retrograde extrapolation discussion\n3. DRE – a review of the 12-step evaluation\n4. Scientific studies\n5. Court cases\n6. Pitfalls\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/943452575101a5954090bfbe01f27873
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261007T200000Z
DTEND:20261007T210000Z
SUMMARY:Workshop for Mid-level Managers and Division Heads
DESCRIPTION:Managing in public defense is different. This participant-driven meetup offers a space for mid-level leaders to compare notes\, troubleshoot challenges\, and leave with concrete ideas for their teams. Perfect for managers and leaders who:feel stuck in the middle\;were promoted from within their own team\; andare expected to lead without being taught how.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:543b7266e66816ff439ae6ac65fe4501
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/543b7266e66816ff439ae6ac65fe4501
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T130000Z
DTEND:20261008T140000Z
SUMMARY:Social Worker Plenary: Social Work Ethics in Criminal Defense
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nBoth social workers and attorneys have ethics to follow related to their own professional practice and discipline\, but what happens when those practices and disciplines intersect? How does a social worker's ethical standard comport with an attorney's ethical standard in criminal defense? This session will explore the ethics involved in criminal defense from the view of the social worker and from the attorney. The NASW social worker Code of Ethics and attorney Rules of Professional Conduct will be examined. For social workers\, Ethical Responsibilities to Clients\, Disputes Involving Colleagues\, Consultation\, Ethical Responsibilities in Practice Settings\, and core values from the preamble and ethical principles will be discussed. Learners will become knowledgeable of and develop comprehension around the ethical requirement of working as a social worker within a public defense system (working within a different discipline where other codes of ethics exist) and learn about interdisciplinary collaboration as informed by the National Association of Social Workers. Learners will synthesize and learn to implement ethical decision making as part of work in a public defender system. Learners will discuss their approach to ethical decision making in various hypothetical situations.&nbsp\;\n\n\n&nbsp\;This session will 1) provide an understanding of the intersection of social work and the law – forensic social work – in the criminal defense setting\, 2) introduce and analyze the NASW Code of Ethics and guidance from NASW on interdisciplinary collaboration as these apply to interdisciplinary work\, 3) provide conceptual understanding of potential ethical dilemmas that may arise in a criminal defense setting\, particularly when different codes of ethics are operational in the workplace\, and 4) propose strategies for addressing ethical dilemmas through discussion of the current literature\, legal opinions\, and practice situations.\n\n\n
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/5f00618e9cff262c537d4ac82fd2669f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T130000Z
DTEND:20261008T140000Z
SUMMARY:Communication Challenges Workshop: Connecting through Conflict
DESCRIPTION:Communicating in relationships can be hard. We've all been in the situation when a call\, email\, or in-person conversation gets contentious and has the potential to blow up into a confrontation or develop into an ongoing issue. Many of us are hesitant or uncertain when it comes to addressing conflict in relationships. &nbsp\;In this workshop\, we will work together through a series of scenarios to discuss ways to more effectively hear one another and acknowledge our feelings and needs in any given situation. Rather than just getting what we want\, the goal is to create a connection that leads to compassionate understanding. It is from this place that creative resolution can take place.\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9c3a13258781fe36a2bd032f68abf62f
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/9c3a13258781fe36a2bd032f68abf62f
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T130000Z
DTEND:20261008T140000Z
SUMMARY:Defense In Detail: Why What We Find Changes Everything
DESCRIPTION:Every case tells a story—but the details determine how that story is told.&nbsp\;Defense in Detail highlights the critical role of investigation and mitigation in uncovering facts that shape outcomes\, strategies\, and lives. This session explores how thorough investigative work goes beyond reports and records—it reveals context\, exposes bias\, and uncovers truth that can shift the entire trajectory of a case. Participants will gain insight into how even the smallest findings can change everything from plea negotiations to sentencing\, and why attention to detail is the foundation of real justice.\n\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:c25c64c9f13054038212c523f9a9b2c1
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/c25c64c9f13054038212c523f9a9b2c1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T130000Z
DTEND:20261008T140000Z
SUMMARY:Inside The System From Two Different Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Inside the System pulls back the curtain on the justice system—taught by someone who’s worked both sides. Everything from arrests to courtroom battles\, real insight every future law enforcer or advocate needs.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/2201b2da2c609f0aca67aa7ba698fd51
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T141500Z
DTEND:20261008T151500Z
SUMMARY:Effective Advocacy: Using Mitigation Products to Tell a Client’s Story
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nThis presentation focuses on the different types of work product that a Mitigation Specialist can provide the defense team and basic information on how to gather information / create these product\n\nObjectives:Develop an understanding of holistic defense and client centered representationAdvance understanding of mitigation\, including ways to gather information\, write memorandums\, and adding demonstrative aidsProgress understanding of different types of mitigation products and when each is best used
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:121a4591dc9e1f039f31a6c8ce85ca6e
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/121a4591dc9e1f039f31a6c8ce85ca6e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T141500Z
DTEND:20261008T151500Z
SUMMARY:The Seeds of Toby: The Continual Imperative of Holistic Criminal Justice Reform
DESCRIPTION:*This session is eligible for NASW CEU Credit\n\nWhy is there continued racial disparity within the American criminal justice system? Is it the past war on drugs\, a racialized criminal justice system\, or historic societal constructs that intentionally embolden this unfortunate and continued reality? This session speaks to the notion of a cultural identity crisis in many who frequent the criminal justice system\, and amid the various efforts to correct and change behavior it unpacks the aspect of a cultural identity crisis and it’s proposed critical place to assist in changing the plight of cultural disparities. Adapted from Donavan’s book\, The Seeds of Toby\, this session will holistically address cultural disparities and illuminate avenues to enhance criminal litigation\, investigation\, and mitigation.\n&nbsp\;\nLearning objectives&nbsp\;\nAttendees will:\nAttendees will learn about the common reasons for disparities in the criminal justice system.Attendees will learn about holistic reasons for disparities in the criminal justice system.Attendees will learn about what a cultural identity crisis is and it applies to the American criminal justice system.Attendees will be encouraged to expand a holistic criminal defense litigation\, investigation\, and mitigation practice through understanding the deeper implications of a cultural identity crisis and how to work on this issue in a strength-based fashion.
CATEGORIES:SOCIAL WORKER
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 22\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/1c9bf75157ff5ca66a4d0e27aeba9a7d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T141500Z
DTEND:20261008T151500Z
SUMMARY:Navigating the Transition to Investigator/Paralegal Leadership
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover strategies in transitioning from a traditional investigator/paralegal to leading your unit. The techniques will be applicable whether your unit covers a single county or a multi-county district. Topics will cover both state and federal investigator/paralegal leadership challenges and how best to implement these concreate skillsets to create a team environment. Whether your challenge is a growing district or maintaining morale amid challenges\, this discussion will grow your investigator/paralegal leadership. The topics will cover the initial challenge we face in our new role to ethical responsibilities\, personnel matters\, leadership styles\, and redefining success in your investigator/paralegal units.
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:West Wing Harrison Hall Conference 19\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:99a3f6613cf3d19d9b21dc9aaec1962c
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/99a3f6613cf3d19d9b21dc9aaec1962c
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T141500Z
DTEND:20261008T151500Z
SUMMARY:This is Gonna Get Weird: A Course for New and Future Leaders
DESCRIPTION:This presentation addresses that team building is a process and any one can initiate that process\, but it will take stepping outside of the comfort zone to make it happen. This doesn’t necessarily have to be the “team leader”. This presentation outline tips to make it easier\, but it’s still gonna be weird.\n
CATEGORIES:WORKSHOPS AND BREAKOUTS
LOCATION:East Wing Wabash Hall Conference 4\, 5\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:92453371b93c4b0e18ddefc53429bdc1
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/92453371b93c4b0e18ddefc53429bdc1
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T153000Z
DTEND:20261008T163000Z
SUMMARY:Cynthia Roseberry - Plenary
DESCRIPTION:
CATEGORIES:PLENARY
LOCATION:Auditorium\, Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:92202076a9eedd3a6052282e12c96206
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/92202076a9eedd3a6052282e12c96206
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003040Z
DTSTART:20261008T163000Z
DTEND:20261008T164500Z
SUMMARY:Social Worker CEU Request Form
DESCRIPTION:If you are a social worker seeking CEU credit and a certificate\, please follow this link and complete the CE\nEvaluation (linked on the form) and information on the linked form.
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, IN\, USA
SEQUENCE:0
UID:3c9f66b74e41852abc32a8f03fcb479b
URL:http://napd2026wethedefenders.sched.com/event/3c9f66b74e41852abc32a8f03fcb479b
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