Who investigates which crimes, and when does a case move beyond local police? In this session, experienced law enforcement officers break down how jurisdiction actually works in the real world. Writers learn how cases typically begin at the local level and what causes state or federal agencies to step in, such as cross-state activity, specialized resources, or federal law violations. This session helps authors avoid one of the most common credibility mistakes in crime fiction.
Understanding Human Trafficking for Writers
Human trafficking is one of the most misunderstood crimes, both in life and on the page. Drawing on firsthand experience as a police officer, Mike Brieba explains how trafficking cases actually unfold, what warning signs investigators look for, and where fiction often...
