NWDAO Search Warrant Training Fall 2026

Join members of the DA's Office and DLT Steven Hean of SPDU to learn all there is to know about search warrants, from drafting to execution.
About this Event

NWDAO Search Warrant Training

*Please note to start we have a seat limit per department of 3 seats and 12 seats for MSP Troopers. If the date gets closer and we have seats remaining we will reach out to offer another spot*

Come join us for a day of learning at the MPTC Holyoke Police Academy! Our Search Warrant Training event will cover everything you need to know about search warrants. From when to seek them, drafting, advanced warrants on long term investigations, digital evidence warrants, and execution, members of your department can be sure to take something away from this training.

Detective Lieutenant Steven Hean of the State Police Detective Unit has added an afternoon session to discuss best practices for Unattended Deaths and Sexual Assault Investigations.

Whether you're a seasoned officer or just starting out, this training is perfect for you to learn new skills or serve as a refresher. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and network with fellow law enforcement professionals. Hope to see you there!

Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM
Basic Affidavit, Application and Search Warrant Writing
Host: First Assistant Steve Gagne
🕑: 09:45 AM
Warrant Execution: Tactical Planning and Execution Best Practices
Host: DLT Steven Hean
🕑: 10:30 AM
Advanced Search Warrants: Drug Investigations, GPS, Pole Camera and more
Host: ADA Aidan Lanciani
🕑: 11:15 AM
Digital Evidence Warrants: Cellphones, Computers and Social Media and more
Host: ADA Andrew Covington
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch Break (not provided)
🕑: 01:00 PM
Responding to Unattended Deaths and Sexual Assaults: Basic Principals
Host: DLT Steven Hean and Trooper Kyle Grumoli