The Wisconsin Chapter of the Midwest Gang Investi-gators Association is proud to host the 25th Annual MGIA National Gang Conference on May 20-23, 2012, at Chula Vista Resort in the Wisconsin Dells. A diverse agenda of topics related to investigation and enforcement will be presented by some of the the most knowledgeable speakers from around the country. This gang conference is open to all law enforcement officers, corrections, prosecutors and probation / parole Gangs, Narco-Terrorism, and Counter Terrorism Threats- INSTRUCTOR LOU SAVELLI (NYPD RET.) Tentative Topics Include: Sovereign Citizen Movement Hispanic Gangs & Culture Juggalos Youth Outreach Strategies Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Trends and Update Gangs in Rural Areas Street Gang Trends

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Conference is only open to those eligible for regular membership as defined in AZGIA By- Laws (Law enforcement officers, prosecutors, corrections, probation, parole, Criminal Investigators assigned to law enforcement agency). Conference Registration Fee is $200 per person. Conference Registration includes membership to AZGIA. Registration must be completed on-line using the registration link provided above. Conference payments can be submitted on-line during the registration process. The Fiesta Resort is holding a number of rooms for our conference at ONLY $69 / night until May 23rd, after that date, rates are subject to change. Their phone numbers are: 480-967-1441 or 800-528-6481. Please tell them that you are attending the Arizona Gang Investigators Conference in order to receive the discounted rate. Web site to the Resort is: www.fiestainnresort.com

Texas Gang Investigators Association (TGIA) 2012 Training Conference June 25-29, 2012 Omni San Antonio Hotel at the Colonnade San Antonio, Texas The TGIA Training Conference offers the most current and comprehensive information on street and prison gangs. Seminar instructors are considered experts in their respective fields. The conference is designed to meet the needs of both new and experienced persons dealing with street gangs and gang activities. Seminar Participants: Attendance at the TGIA Training Conference is limited to TGIA members, judges and criminal justice professionals, including sworn law enforcement officers, correctional officers, probation officers, criminal analysts and prosecuting attorneys. Official identification will be required at registration and may be requested at any conference presentation or function. Note: No tape recording, photography or videotaping will be allowed without the written permission of the Texas Gang Investigators Association. Co-Sponsored by: Office of the Attorney General Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives TOPICS: State & Federal Law Updates (TCLEOSE Required Course #3182) Basic Gang Awareness Probation and Parole Hidden Compartments Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs Drug Cartels and Border Violence Tango Blast Flash Mobs, Flash Robs and Gangsters using Twitter Gang Database Management and Expert Testimony Patron Saints of the Mexican Drug World Prison Gang Update

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The Florida Gang Investigators Association (FGIA) is proud to present to you the 19th Annual Training Workshop. The FGIA is recognized as one of the most aggressive and effective gang associations in the world and prides itself in providing the top of- the-line training dedicated to combating one of the greatest threats to our communities; GANGS! The 19th annual Workshop is being held at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa This year’s workshop will provide the most professional atmosphere for maximum exposure to current gang trends and gang related activity from around the state, and country. This conference is for Criminal Justice Professionals only (Law Enforcement, Corrections, Probation, Juvenile Justice, Prosecutors, Judges, Military Personnel, Intelligence Analyst). The room rate is $109.00 **Room Rate has been extended to FGIA 3 days before and after the conference** Rooms must be book by July 6, 2012 to be guaranteed this rate. 1000 PGA TOUR Boulevard, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 1 800 457 4653 | 1 800 457 GOLF (4653)

Scottsdale Conference 2012 The International Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Investigator’s Association will hold their 38th Annual TrainingConference in Scottsdale, AZ September 9-14, 2012 at the Chaparral Suites, in downtown Scottsdale. www.chaparralsuites.com CHAPARRAL SUITES RESERVATIONS: (800) 528-1456 (480) 949-1414 GROUP CODE: OUTLAW12 Registration fee is $325 and includes membership dues. Guest fee for spouses or other guests is $100. Fees should be paid by check or money order to: IOMGIA 2012 + To pre-register, please complete the attached registration form and mail with registration fees to: IOMGIA 2012 Pattie Garwood P.O. Box 366 Ankeny, IA 50023-366 + Registration will be held on the following dates: + Sunday, September 9, 2012 + Monday, September 10, 2012

The East Coast Gang Investigator’s Association and its co~host, MAGLOCLEN, will host the 13th Annual East Coast Gang Investigator’s Association Information Sharing Conference at the Atlantic Sands Hotel and Conference Center, 101 North Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. The agenda for this information sharing conference will include material from federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies focusing on a wide range of domestic and international gangs and all aspects of their associated activities. Various gangs will be examined with regard to their propensity for violence, involvement in the narcotics trade and use of firearms. All topics are tentatively scheduled and a finalized agenda will be made available in the upcoming months. On Tuesday morning, September 11th, from 8:30 a.m-11:30 a.m., there will be an optional class which is yet to be determined. Please check the box on the registration form if you are interested in attending this class. Monday, September 10th, will be a travel day with registration being held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. An additional registration will be held on Tuesday, September 11th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. The conference will commence at 1:00 pm, on Tuesday, September 11th and end on Friday, September 14th at approximately 2:00 pm. THE CONFERENCE IS RESTRICTED TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE PERSONNEL ONLY. Please be sure to have your criminal justice identification at the time of registration. There is a $125 registration fee, which includes continental breakfast Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, two luncheons, breaks and conference related materials. A late registration fee of $25.00 ($150.00 Registration Cost) will be assessed after August 13, 2012. Make checks payable to ECGIA. Federal Tax ID# 52-2098813. Vouchers are accepted. CREDIT CARDS CAN BE USED TO PAY THE REGISTRATION FEE DURING THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY – SEPTEMBER 10-12, 2012. DO NOT SEND CREDIT CARD INFORMATION WITH THIS REGISTRATION FORM. An optional fee of $50 will be collected at registration for those attendees wanting to participate in the information sharing/hospitality on September 11th. 12th and September 13th. Hotel arrangements are the responsibility of the attendee and are to be made by calling the Atlantic Sands (800) 422-0600 (www.atlanticsandshotel.com) by August 13, 2012. Please mention that you are with the East Coast Gang Investigators Association when making your hotel reservations. Hotel space is limited and subject to availability. The room rate is $99.00 single/double plus 8% tax $7.92), $1.50 Safe Warranty fee and $3.00 Resort fee. There is NO charge for parking. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Reservations made after August 13, 2012, are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.

Tuition: $295 per person for VGIA members conference only (must be a member before 10/15/12) to get discount. $325 per person non VGIA members ) Payment by Check, Credit Card. Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Debit and Discover accepted. Purchase orders accepted. You may fax or email you registration to kmiles09@verizon.net or 757- 410-1299. After faxing or emailing your registration write on bottom of form “call for credit card information.” Make sure you put a phone number to be called back. Registration can be mailed to VGIA PO Box 15888, Chesapeake, Virginia 23328 Over Flow parking will be available at alternate location with shuttle to conference Registrations received without payment or purchase order does not guarantee you a slot. Refund Policy: After September 01, 2012 1/2 refund after September 15, 2012 no-refund. (may sub another name at any time) NO Exceptions Conference Tuition includes conference, Training Certificate, Breakfast Buffet, & Breaks. Hotel: The Wyndham Virginia Beach Ocean Front is offering a discount rate of $82 for a room (single or Double). One (1) Bedroom Suite $99, Two(2) Bedroom Suite $159. You must mention you are attending the “VA Gang Investigators Conference” to get the special rate. Reservations must be made by September 15, 2012

Twenty-First Annual Gang Violence Conference at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel, Anaheim, California July 10 – 13, 2012 (Tuesday – Friday Conference Topics: Basic Gang Culture Prevention Techniques Intervention Techniques Executive Forums Hispanic Gangs Black Gangs Gang Injunctions and Abatements Expert Testimony Border Violence Gang Unit Management Gangs in Schools Prison Gangs Conference attendees must make their hotel reservations with Anaheim Marriott Hotel at 877-622-3056. Please reference the California Gang Investigators Association National Gang Conference to obtain the conference rate of $149 plus tax, sin-gle or double occupancy. Attendees may make their reservations online at https://resweb.passkey.com/go/cgia. The room rate is available until June 14, 2012. Hotel rooms may be available after this cut-off date; however, the prevailing rate will be charged. The Marriott Hotel requires a deposit by check, money order, or accepted credit card for the first night to reserve and guarantee accommodations.

This course is designed to give a basic understanding of street gangs and to assist in qualifying you as an expert witness in Gang related Court testimony. Upon successful completion of this eight hour lecture, a fifty(50) question true/false, multiple choice test, you will receive a “ Gang Specialist Certification” certificate along with a uniform “Gang Specialist” tag (worn with name tag on uniform) or Gang Specialist patch. Outlaw Motor Cycle Gangs added along with updated Blood Gang Information. New Updated TestTuition: $100 per person for VGIA members (must be a member by (10/15/12) $130 per person non VGIA members You will not be registered until payment is received. Purchase orders accepted Refund Policy: After 09/ 22/2012 no-refund. (may sub another name at any time) NO EXECPTIONS Tuition includes training, break, name plate, Certificate or patch Location: Wyndam Virginia Beach 5700 Atlantic Avenue Virginia Beach Virginia 23451 757-428-7025 Room Rate $82-ask for VGIA rate 8:30am-5:00pm Registrations: Kelly Miles-757-339-5204 VGIA Office Manager Fax # 757-410-1299