Kansas Peace Officers Association upcoming events

Lyon County Sheriff's Spring Training (04/07/2026)

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Lyon County Sheriff's Office
ANNUAL SPRING TRAINING

Tuesday- Thursday, April 7, 8, 9, 2026

Lyon County Fairgrounds, Anderson Building
2650 West Highway 50, Emporia, Kansas

REGISTRATION HERE

Registration is only $75!

We will be offering up to 25 hours of continuing education.

There will be exceptional door prizes/giveaways, food, and great company.

Registration will open online only on January 1, 2026.

We will keep posting any new information on our website for quick and easy access https://lyoncountyso.com/spring-training-conference

An array of vendors!

Due to unknown impacts from the FIFA soccer event in Kansas City, it is encouraged to book your lodging early.

We look forward to seeing you!

Agenda

Tuesday, April 7

0800-0830 Welcome announcements and Honor Guard - Emporia Police Department Honor Guard
0800-1000 Identifying fraudulent identification, Drug Tax Stamps - Agent Doug Bedford- Kansas Alcoholic Beverage Control
1000-1200 KBI response to Child Abductions, Case Study of Kansas’ Blue Alert - Meghan McGinnis- Kansas Bureau of Investigation
1200-1300 Lunch catered on site
1300-1500 Case Law Updates - Colin Wood-Retired Kansas Bureau of Investigation
1500-1700 Internet threats facing Law Enforcement at work, on patrol, and at home - FBI Special Agent Enoch Laudie
1730-2100 Sheriff’s Steak Fry- Grill’s hot from 1730-1900 hours

Wednesday, April 8

0800-1700 Motor Vehicle Criminal Interdiction - Lt. Charles Chapeau Georgia State Patrol, Lt. Jeff Fuller Tennessee Highway Patrol - Motor Vehicle Criminal Interdiction Association (MVCI)
1200-1300 Lunch catered on site (presentation by Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office)

Thursday, April 9

0700-0800 Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast
0800-0900 Implicit Bias- Investigator Eric Lawrence, Kansas Fire Marshal’s Office
0900-1100 Policing the Fire Scene- Investigator Eric Lawrence
1100-1200 CPOST responsibilities and review of the Kansas Training Act for Law Enforcement Executive Director Mike Brown
1200-1300 Lunch catered on site
1300-1500 K-9 Procedures for patrol -Trooper Ben Marten, Kansas Highway Patrol
1500-1700 Cryptocurrency Investigations - Special Agent Thomas Alber, Kansas Racing and Gaming

*Challenge coin exchange, gun raffle, and other giveaways*

The Anatomy of a Homicide Investigation (04/13/2026)

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The Anatomy of a Homicide Investigation
April 13-15, 2026

Drury Inn & Suites, Kansas City Overlan Park
10963 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS 66210

The Southeastern Homicide Investigators Association (SEHIA) invites you to join us for The Anatomy of a Homicide Investigation, jointly hosted by the Johnson County (KS) District Attorney’s Office and SEHIA, and presented by SEHIA.

Join SEHIA in Overland Park, KS, on April 13-15, 2026!

We are happy to announce a special room rate at the Drury Inn & Suites Kansas City Overland Park, just minutes from the training site.

https://www.druryhotels.com/bookandstay/newreservation/?groupno=10178570

Complimentary Hot Breakfast - Enjoy scrambled eggs, oatmeal, fresh fruit, potatoes, pastries, the all-important coffee and more. Hot, fresh, and, best of all, free. Free hot breakfast is served daily from 6-9:30 a.m. on weekdays and 7-10 a.m. on weekends.
Complimentary Evening Drinks and Snacks* - Join us from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. every evening to enjoy complimentary hot food and cold beverages at our 5:30 Kickback®. The Hotel features a rotating menu of hot food, beer, wine, mixed drinks and soft drinks.

Make your reservations by Wednesday, March 11, 2026 to receive the reduced rate. Reservations made after this date will be subject to prevailing rates and availability. Reservations may also be made by calling 1-800-325-0720 and referring to your group number 10178570.

SEHIA is also thrilled to announce that POST credits are available to Missouri police officers.

This training event is a must-attend for law enforcement professionals, both rookies and veterans.

What to Expect

Step-by-Step: Learn homicide investigation from start to finish
Cutting-Edge Training: Learn from nationally recognized experts and gain insights into the latest investigative techniques.
Case Presentations: As always with SEHIA, learn from investigations ripped from the headlines: BTK Case Study: Investigation to Conviction and Staged Homicide
Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals who share your commitment to solving complex cases during training and social events

Act Now

Don’t miss your chance to attend one of the premier events in homicide investigation. Spots are filling fast!

For more information, visit our website: https://sehia.org/

If you have any questions, feel free to contact conference@sehia.org

4th Annual Crisis Response & Resource Symposium (04/23/2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT

4th Annual Crisis Response & Resource Symposium

April 23–24 | KLETC – Hutchinson

This day-and-a-half symposium brings together professionals involved in crisis response to share resources, ideas, and best practices for supporting individuals and communities in crisis.

Featured presenters and organizations include:

Candy Finnigan – Nationally recognized interventionist and KU alum
Chris Fields – Retired OKC Fire Department member
High Plains Mental Health Center
Passageways, Ltd.
The Battle Within
Minds Matter
Douglas County Sheriff’s Office – Community Engagement
Greenbush – Crisis Preparation in School Districts

A catered lunch will be provided on Thursday, April 23, and single-occupancy dorm rooms are available for an additional charge.

Registration:
https://www.enrole.com/kupce/jsp/session.jsp?sessionId=LE26198F&courseId=4ACRARS&categoryId=10023

KPOA Training Conference (09/28/2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

2026 KPOA
Training Conference

September 28-30, 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel
400 W Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS

Hotel group rates are available until August 26, 2026.
You may reserve your room online or you may call 316-262-5000 or 800-325-0720.
Please enter or provide Group Number 10127370

The Drury Plaza Hotel offers breakfast and a light dinner buffet for those registered and staying at the hotel.

Lunch will be provided each day of the conference.

CONFERENCE ITINERARY:
The conference itinerary is presently in the planning phase.
Check back later for updates.

Monday, September 28

Noon: Lunch (provided)

Tuesday, September 29:

Noon: Lunch (provided)
3:15 - 5:00: KPOA Business Meeting / Legislative Updates Ed Klumpp

Wednesday, September 30:

Noon: Lunch (provided)

Hospitality Area & Evening Activities
We invite all conference attendees to join us in the Hospitality Area, which will be open on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday evenings. This is a great opportunity to relax, connect with fellow attendees, and enjoy refreshments after the day’s sessions.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Conference Registration: $250.00

HOTEL INFORMATION: The conference will be held at the Drury Plaza Broadview Hotel, located at 400 W Douglas Ave in Wichita.

Hotel group rates are available until August 26, 2026.
You may reserve your room online or you may call 316-262-5000 or 800-325-0720.
Please enter or provide Group Number 10127370

VENDORS WELCOME!

We are actively seeking vendors for our conference.
For more information, visit our Corporate Sponsorship page.