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Investigating Sexual Assault of Elder Victims

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August 2019

Sexual assault investigations within the elderly population require a unique and collaborative response. This webinar highlighted strategies to improve support services and case outcomes for elderly victims through a multidisciplinary approach.

This webinar was presented by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 12, 2019.
 

A Therapeutic Response to Suspected Elder Abuse

May 2019

Recognizing elder abuse and neglect is challenging and can be more difficult if the person fears losing their independence. This webinar explores a therapeutic response including recognizing signs of abuse and respecting the rights of older persons.

This webinar was presented by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on May 9, 2019.

Forensic Investigative Techniques and Case Consultations, Part 2

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March 2017

In the final presentation of the day, Bonnie Armstrong and Jamie Downs, M.D., speak with investigators about case consultation and evidence collection techniques. Topics include: photography, search warrants, multidisciplinary teams, and the information that can be gained from an autopsy.

Elder Abuse: Domestic Violence and Special Needs Victims, Part 2

March 2017

The elderly and those living with special needs are two of the most vulnerable populations in our society. As such, additional care and knowledge is necessary to investigate these cases. Jamie Downs, M.D., provided detailed case studies, best practices for investigating these cases, and other noteworthy topics in this presentation.

Elder Abuse: Domestic Violence and Special Needs Victims, Part 1

March 2017

The elderly and those living with special needs are two of the most vulnerable populations in our society. As such, additional care and knowledge is necessary to investigate these cases. Jamie Downs, M.D., provided detailed case studies, best practices for investigating these cases, and other noteworthy topics in this presentation.

Forensic Investigative Techniques and Case Consultations, Part 1

Content Advisory
Please be aware that this content contains descriptions of violence that may be distressing to some viewers.
March 2017

In the final presentation of the day, Bonnie Armstrong and Jamie Downs, M.D., speak with investigators about case consultation and evidence collection techniques. Topics include: photography, search warrants, multidisciplinary teams, and the information that can be gained from an autopsy.

Elder Abuse: Domestic Violence and Special Needs Victims, Part 3

March 2017

The elderly and those living with special needs are two of the most vulnerable populations in our society. As such, additional care and knowledge is necessary to investigate these cases. Jamie Downs, M.D., provided detailed case studies, best practices for investigating these cases, and other noteworthy topics in this presentation.

Prosecuting Cases of Elder Abuse

June 2010

This panel will feature NIJ-funded research that has direct, practical implications for the prosecution of elder abuse cases. Panelists will present findings from a study of prosecutors in three states that examined the factors that influenced their decisions to prosecute elder financial abuse cases. The panel will also provide the results from an evaluation of five innovative court-based models that target perpetrators of elder abuse.