National Conference

You're Invited to The
American Criminal Justice Association - Lambda ALpha Epsilon
85th National Conference
CURRENT ISSUES IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE & POLICING

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI | MARCH 20-24, 2022

Welcome to Kansas City, MO

KCMO: The Heart of the Midwest

Conference Information and the Registration Form
WILL BE AVAILABLE ONLINE IN FALL 2021.

Hotel Information

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Speakers & Workshops

Conference Theme: Current Issues in Criminal Justice & Policing

Speakers & Workshops To Be Announced in Fall 2021

Additional Events

The ACJA-LAE National Conference is the premiere networking opportunity for professionals, practitioners, and students alike.

Opening Banquet

Kick-off the conference with an engaging icebreaker and our opening banquet and network with other students and professionals.

Career Fair

Meet dozens of employers representing law enforcement, forensics, investigations, corrections, corporate security, public service, and more!

Awards Ceremony & Banquet

Recognizing your achievements, ACJA's annual awards ceremony highlights the best of the best. Also included: raffle, honors, and a post-awards dance.

Networking Opportunities

ACJA-LAE is the only professional association in this field serving both practitioners and students. Connect with fellow members from around the nation.

Star Member Reception

Star Membership is the association's highest honor. Meet and greet with the star members, enjoy hor d'oeuvres, and network with nationwide members.

Talent Show / Lip-Sync

Each conference we enjoy our annual talent show / lip-sync event for a night of fun and surprises. Join us for some memorable performances.

Competitive Events

Conference Registration includes complimentary access to participate in all competitive events. Each event is optional, at the participant's discretion.

Academic Competitions

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Academic Subjects

Introducing two new subjects at the 2022 conference.

Criminal Law
Police Management
Juvenile Justice
Corrections
ACJA/LAE Knowledge
Homeland & National Security
Forensic Psychology

Criminal Law

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA

Police Management & Operations

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA

Juvenile Justice

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA

Corrections

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA

ACJA/LAE Knowledge

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions

Reference:

National Bylaws
National Standing Rules
National Brochure
ACJA/LAE History
National Oath & Symbolism Booklet
ACJA Website Content

Homeland & National Security

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA
(NEW) This pilot exam is authorized for 2022 at the request of members to broaden our academic subjects and better reflect the evolving discipline of criminal justice. This exam does not count towards the Sweepstakes or Top Academic awards in Kansas City 2022. Depending on member feedback, the Board may determine to establish this as a standing exam or explore other subfields for future conferences.

Forensic Psychology

Format: 75 multiple-choice questions
Textbook: TBA
(NEW) This pilot exam is authorized for 2022 at the request of members to broaden our academic subjects and better reflect the evolving discipline of criminal justice. This exam does not count towards the Sweepstakes or Top Academic awards in Kansas City 2022. Depending on member feedback, the Board may determine to establish this as a standing exam or explore other subfields for future conferences.

Crime Scene Investigation Competition

The Crime Scene Investigation competition is designed to test preliminary investigative skills in a situation which requires an eye for detail, thorough notes, and a diligent investigative mindset.

Hotel rooms are generally used for this event, acting as a site where a simulated crime has occurred. Participants will compete in three-member teams. Teams may consist of individuals from more than one chapter. Teams will be sent to the scene of the crime in their pre-registered time slot. Each team will have a maximum of fifteen 15 minutes to complete their on-scene investigation. The team will then go into a controlled environment to prepare their written report for no longer than 45 minutes. Teams will be judged on their narrative report, evidence log, crime scene map, and other factors.

CRIME SCENE COMPETITION RUBRIC FORTHCOMING

Physical Agility Competition

The Physical Agility Competition is an obstacle course similar to those employed in police academies and field operations training. This competition is segmented by age and gender, with the top three competitors awarded in each category. Winners are determined by the shortest time to complete the event. Penalty time may be added for failed or missed obstacles.

Details regarding the 2022 Physical Agility Competition are forthcoming.

Firearms Competition

Details forthcoming.

Reference:

Firearms National Competition Standards
Firearms Range Safety Rules
Firearms Competition Course of Fire
Safety Briefing PowerPoint Presentation

ACADEMIC RESEARCH POSTERS

(NEW) Coming soon to the ACJA-LAE National Conference is an Academic Research Poster display, alongside our career fair and vendor exhibition.

This event offers an unprecedented opportunity to conduct research in an area of interest and publish your findings. Display your poster at our National Conference and network with professionals, students, recruiters, and advisors with shared interests.

Details regarding the 2022 Academic Research Poster event are forthcoming.

Resources

Kansas City Travel Guide

Employer Justification Letter

Forthcoming in Fall 2021

Student Travel Justification