International Homicide Investigators Association upcoming events

Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigations Course (Decatur, GA) (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office are presenting the 3-day (24-hour) Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigations Course on May 19-21, 2026, in Decatur, Georgia.

This course provides valuable information for law enforcement

officers regardless of assignment. It is critical for officers assigned as

Criminal investigators, Administrative Investigators, Patrol/Detective

Supervisors and Managers, and Public Information Officers. This is a

highly interactive course and is limited to 30 attendees.

**This training is specific to law enforcement personnel. If you are not in law enforcement and feel you are eligible to attend, please contact the IHIA before registering.**

Non-IHIA Member Rate: $680.00

Active IHIA Member Rate: $625.00

Event Flyer

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Lodging

The IHIA has secured a courtesy block of rooms at:

Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta/Decatur/Emory

116 Clairemont Avenue

Decatur, GA 30030

Phone: 404-377-6360

Room rates are at the government per diem rate of $182 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Deadline to secure this rate is April 21, 2026

Hotel Reservation Link: Hampton Inn Decatur

For further information, please contact:

Lt. Steve Lewis (ret.), slewis@ihia.org, (540) 898-7898

Lt. Paul Belli (ret.), pbelli@ihia.org, (916) 606-1283

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Digital Forensics for Homicide and Violent Crime Investigations (3-Day Course) - (Tampa, FL) (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office will present a 3-day hands on training event from May 19-21, 2026, at the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, in Tampa, Florida.

Digital evidence plays a role in nearly every investigation. This hands-on training is designed to equip law enforcement personnel with the skills necessary to properly identify, collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in support of criminal cases.

Participants will receive instruction on mobile device forensics, computer and network evidence, cloud-based platforms, digital evidence legal considerations, practical artifact recovery, report preparation, and courtroom testimony. Attendees will work through case exercises that can be directly applied to homicide, violent crime, and other investigations.

IHIA Active Members - $325

Non-Members - $375

**This course is specific only for law enforcement investigators, criminal analysts, prosecutors, and others working for a law enforcement governmental agency**

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Lodging Information - Courtesy Block

Home2 Suites by Hilton Brandon Tampa

10323 Palm River Road

Brandon, FL 33619

813-612-5950

Room rates are $148 per night, plus applicable taxes. Complimentary breakfast, Wi-Fi and Parking.

Online Hotel Reservation Link: Home2Suites Brandon Tampa

If you have any questions, please contact:

IHIA Executive Director Steve Lewis, slewis@ihia.org, or 540-898-7898

IHIA Southern Region Director Caitlin Jewel, cjewel@ihia.org

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Cold Case/No-Body Homicide Investigations & Prosecution Course (Grand Rapids, MI) (Monday, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The IHIA, FBI, and the Grand Rapids Police Department will present the Cold Case/No-Body Homicide Investigation & Prosecution Course from June 8-12, 2026, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

All training will take place at the Grand Rapids Police Department.

For non-IHIA members, the cost is $475.00, which includes all training materials, IHIA membership, coffee each morning, and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members pay $425.00!

This course has been MCOLES LED approved for training credits!

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel, including prosecutors, crime analysts, investigators, etc... If you are not in law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Lodging Information

Multiple Options for Nearby Hotels

The contracted hotels are for a courtesy block of rooms, at the Government Per Diem rate of $119 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

433 Dudley Place

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: (616) 456-2000

If making reservations by phone, please specify group code IHI.

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

310 Pearl Street NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Phone: (616) 235-7611

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

710 Monroe Avenue NW

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: (616) 512-5700

If you have any questions, please contact:

D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) - deddy@ihia.org | (517) 749-4167

Lt. Steve Lewis (ret) - slewis@ihia.org | (540) 898-7898

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Child & Infant Death Investigations Course (Tulsa, OK) (Monday, June 08, 2026)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The IHIA, FBI and the city of Tulsa Police Department will be holding the Child & Infant Death Investigation Course from June 8-12, 2026, at the Tulsa Tech - Lemley Memorial Campus in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The cost is $475.00, which includes all training materials, IHIA membership, coffee each morning, and a networking event.

Active IHIA members cost is $425.00

** This training is intended for those currently working in Law Enforcement. This includes prosecutors, medical examiners, and other sworn investigators. If you have questions about your eligibility to attend, please contact the IHIA before registering**

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Lodging Information

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Tulsa-Warren Place

6110 S. Yale Avenue

Tulsa, OK 74136-1904

Phone: 918-495-1000

Room rates are the government per diem rate of $110 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Must book before May 8, 2026

Hotel Reservation Link: DoubleTree Tulsa

If you have any questions, contact:

IHIA Training Director of Curriculum, Jeff McClain (ret), jmcclain@ihia.org, (540) 661-6193

IHIA Executive Director, Lt. Steve Lewis (ret), slewis@ihia.org, (540) 898-7898

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Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (LaPlace, LA) (Monday, June 22, 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's Office will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in LaPlace, Louisiana from June 22-26, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

Courtesy Block of Rooms

TownePlace Suites by Marriott LaPlace

4281 Highway 51, Laplace, LA 70068

985-214-8800

Rates are $110 per night (GSA Per Diem Rate), plus applicable taxes.

Cutoff Date for Hotel Reservations is June 1, 2026

For Online Reservations: TownePlace Suites

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Southern Region Director | Det. Caitlin Jewel at cjewel@ihia.org or (813) 951-6340

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (Highlands Ranch, CO) (Monday, July 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in Highlands Ranch, Colorado from July 20-24, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

PENDING

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Western Region Director | Sr. Investigator Ed Striedinger at edward.striedinger@atg.wa.gov or (206) 992-5610

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigations Course (Downers Grove, IL) (Tuesday, July 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Illinois Homicide Investigators Association are presenting the 3-day (24-hour) Officer Involved Critical Incident Investigations Course on July 21-23, 2026, in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

(This location is about 25 minutes west of downtown Chicago.)

This course provides valuable information for law enforcement

officers regardless of assignment. It is critical for officers assigned as

Criminal investigators, Administrative Investigators, Patrol/Detective

Supervisors and Managers, and Public Information Officers. This is a

highly interactive course and is limited to 30 attendees.

ILETSB has certified this course and Illinois law enforcement will be able to receive the following hours:

Legal Updates = 1 Hour

Procedural Justice - 11 Hours

Use of Force = 4 Hours

De-Escalation Techniques = 4 Hours

Lead Homicide Investigator = 24 Hours

**This training is specific to those listed above. If you feel you are eligible to attend, but are not one of the above, please contact the IHIA before registering.**

Non-IHIA Member Rate: $680.00

Active IHIA Member Rate: $625.00

Event Flyer

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Lodging

The IHIA has secured a courtesy block of rooms at:

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Downers Grove Chicago

1500 Opus Place
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Phone: 630-852-1500

Room rates are at the government per diem rate of $115 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Deadline to secure this rate is June 29, 2026

Book Your Room Here

For further information, please contact:

Lt. Steve Lewis (ret.), slewis@ihia.org, (540) 898-7898

Lt. Paul Belli (ret.), pbelli@ihia.org, (916) 606-1283

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2026 IHIA 32nd Annual Training Symposium - New Orleans, Louisiana (Sunday, August 09, 2026)

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The IHIA, FBI, New Orleans Police Department, and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office will present the 2026 Annual Training Symposium, August 9-13, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana.

This 32nd Symposium will be held at the New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District, located across from the Convention Center.

This symposium is intended for law enforcement personnel, prosecutors, crime analysts, crime scene personnel, and those working directly with law enforcement. If you have any questions on whether you are eligible to attend, please contact us at ihia@ihia.org

For Medical Examiners and Coroners, the IHIA is seeking AMBDI continuing education credits and it's pending approval.

IHIA Member Rate (Early Bird) - $550
Due to strong early response and continued interest from our members,
IHIA is extending Early Bird pricing through Friday, May 15.

(ends May 15, 2026, then $580 for Active Members)

Non-Member Rate - $635

(includes one-year membership, valued at $55)

Group Rate Special - Buy 4, Get 1 Free

(Email ihia@ihia.org to facilitate this promotion)

Need a sample attendance justification letter for approval?

Click here: Justification Letter

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Exhibitor Prospectus

Contact the IHIA Event Planner, Jennifer Thornton, at jennifer@ihia.org

Presentation Proposals

Interested in presenting at the symposium, please click this link to submit your proposal:

SUBMISSION PERIOD HAS ENDED

Symposium Flyer

Presentation Lineup

Symposium Schedule (at a glance)

Sunday, August 9 - 4:00PM - 7:00PM (Welcome Reception & Early Check-In)

Monday, August 10 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Opening Ceremonies & Presentations)

Tuesday, August 11 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)

Wednesday, August 12 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)

Thursday, August 13 - 8:30AM - 5:30PM (Presentations)

Lodging, Presentation & Exhibits

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

859 Convention Center Blvd.

New Orleans, Louisiana 70130

Phone: (504) 613-2888

Lodging Rates: Government Per Diem rate of $133 per night, plus 16.20% (current tax rate) per room, per night.

Online Hotel reservation link: New Orleans Marriott

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Questions? Contact us at ihia@ihia.org

Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (Scottsdale, AZ) (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Scottsdale Police Department will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in Scottsdale, AZ from September 14-18, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

The IHIA has secured a courtesy block of rooms at:

Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town

7142 East 1st Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Phone: 480-590-3864

Room Rates are at the government per diem rate of $160 per night, plus applicable taxes.

For guests who prefer call-in reservations, please reference “IHIA Room Block” or “902” when calling the reservation team at 833-797-0328.

Cutoff date for hotel reservations is August 3, 2026.

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Western Region Director | Sr. Investigator Ed Striedinger at edward.striedinger@atg.wa.gov or (206) 992-5610

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Advanced Homicide & Violent Crimes Investigations Course (Olathe, KS) (Monday, September 21, 2026)

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Olathe Police Department will present the Advanced Homicide & Violent Crimes Investigations Course from September 21-25, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas.

The cost is $475.00 for non-IHIA members, which includes all training materials, IHIA membership for a year, coffee each morning, and a social networking event.

Active IHIA members pay $425 for the course!

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

Pending

Questions? Please contact:

D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret), deddy@ihia.org, (517) 749-4167

Lt. Steve Lewis (ret), slewis@ihia.org, (813) 299-9921

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only, including prosecutors, crime analysts, investigators, etc... If you are not in law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (Spokane, WA) (Monday, October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The IHIA, Attorney General of Washington, and the Spokane County Sheriff's Office will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in Spokane, Washington from October 12-16, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

Northern Quest Resort & Casino

100 North Hayford Road
Airway Heights, WA 99001

Room rates are at the government per diem rate of $126.00 per night, plus applicable taxes.

How to Book Your Room:

Visit Northern Quest Resort & Casino
Click “Book Now” in the top right corner
Enter your arrival and departure dates
Select the number of guests and click “Search”
On the booking page, locate the “Promo Code” or “Special Rates” field
Enter code Sheriff to receive the Government rate of $126 per night
Choose your room type and complete the reservation

If you have any trouble, you can also call the hotel directly at 877-871-6772 and ask for the Spokane County Sheriff's Department corporate rate when booking.

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Western Region Director | Sr. Investigator Ed Striedinger at edward.striedinger@atg.wa.gov or (206) 992-5610

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (Roanoke, VA) (Monday, October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Roanoke Police Department will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in Roanoke, Virginia from October 19-23, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

Courtyard by Marriott Roanoke Airport
3301 Ordway Drive Roanoke, Virginia, USA, 24017

Room rates are the government per diem rate of $119.00 per night, plus applicable taxes.

Hotel Reservation Link

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Eastern Region Director | Sgt. Jim Marable at jmarable@ihia.org

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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Foundational Homicide Investigations Course (Westfield, IN) (Monday, November 16, 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

The IHIA and the Westfield Police Department will be presenting the Foundational Homicide Investigation Course in Westfield, Indiana from November 16-20, 2026.

The cost for non-IHIA members is $475.00, which includes all training materials, 1-year IHIA membership, coffee each morning and a networking event.

Active IHIA Members only pay $425.00 for the course!

This course includes the Buy 3 Registrations and get 1 free. This works great for squads who plan on sending multiple investigators.

COURSE FLYER

LODGING INFORMATION

PENDING

If you have any questions, contact either:

IHIA Director of Training Operations | D/F/Lt. Dave Eddy (ret) at deddy@ihia.org or (517) 749-4167

IHIA Executive Director | Lt. Steve Lewis (ret) at slewis@ihia.org or (813) 299-9921.

**This event is for Law Enforcement personnel only. If you are not sworn law enforcement, please contact the IHIA to confirm your eligibility to attend**

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