Digital Forensics for Criminal Investigations- O'Fallon

Implements the principles that pertain to digital forensics to merge traditional techniques with the current elements of digital forensics.

This course engages officers and investigators in the practical application of digital forensics principles, focusing on how to effectively integrate traditional investigative techniques with today’s digital evidence environment.

Participants will examine how conventional investigative tactics intersect with digital evidence commonly encountered in modern cases. Discussion will focus on adapting investigative approaches to include digital footprints generated through everyday technology, online activity, and connected devices. Emphasis is placed on legally sound, defensible methods that support both current and emerging investigative practices.

The course addresses how investigators can identify, preserve, and leverage digital evidence while maintaining strong foundational investigative skills. Real-world investigative considerations are used throughout to demonstrate how digital elements can strengthen cases rather than replace traditional methods.

Class Objectives

The course assists law enforcement professionals in recognizing and developing digital leads, understanding evidentiary value, and connecting digital findings with traditional case evidence. Instruction includes lessons learned from real investigations involving digital components and emphasizes best practices for building thorough, defensible cases.

Subjects Covered

• Current digital forensics terminology and concepts
• Integrating digital evidence into traditional criminal investigations
• Developing investigative timelines using digital and physical evidence
• Identification, acquisition, and preservation of digital evidence
• Understanding digital artifacts and the use of publicly available investigative tools
• Legal considerations, search authority, and documentation related to digital evidence
• Internet-based crimes and evolving investigative challenges
• Case strategy, investigative approach, and evidence synthesis

TARGET AUDIENCE: ALL members of the criminal justice and legal community (sworn or non-sworn).

INSTRUCTOR:

Bill Hunkapiller, Ed.D. leads the Information Security and Privacy Office at Florida State University (FSU), overseeing three specialized teams: Security Architecture, Security Operations, and Risk, Compliance, and Privacy. Together, they are charged with safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of FSU’s systems and data. With over 30 years of experience in information security, privacy, governance, risk, and compliance, Bill has served in both the public and private sectors, including higher education, government, and Fortune 500 organizations. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida, a Master’s degree in Educational Technology from The George Washington University, and a Doctorate in Instructional Systems and Learning Technologies from Florida State University.

His professional credentials include:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
• Project Management
• Professional (PMP)

Bill is recognized as a transformational cybersecurity and IT executive, known for building resilient cyber programs, modernizing enterprise infrastructure, and leading with strategic clarity. His expertise spans incident response, governance, crisis management, and boardlevel advising, with a strong emphasis on translating complex cyber threats into actionable decisions. A respected public speaker and thought leader, Bill is frequently invited to present at major industry conferences and international forums. His collaboration with law enforcement has been a consistent thread throughout his career, with a deepened partnership during the past eight years through his work with the FSU Police Department.

DATES & TIMES: Monday, April 6th, 2026 - 8:00pm until 3:00 pm (Eastern Time)

COST: $224.00 per person (plus $3.00 registration fee and credit card fee if applicable)

• You will be sent a Zoom Link one week prior to the class

• We will send out the class materials electronically (via e-mail)

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

• Check made payable to:

TRAINING FORCE USA, 7769 McClure Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32312

• Purchase Order

• Credit Card payment made online

Cancellations and Substitutions:

• Upon submission of this registration, participants are responsible for payment of this course. Please note that if you do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.

• Substitutions may be made at any time by phone, e-mail or online at the registration site.

QUESTIONS: Phone: 850-556-4544 E-mail: contactus@trainingforceusa.com

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