NIWAP’s list of training materials and webinars for law enforcement and prosecutors to support their work with immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, child abuse, elder abuse and human trafficking.
Law Enforcement > Index of Significant Training Materials for Prosecutors
Topic: Index of Significant Training Materials for Prosecutors
[pdf] Sample Voir Dire Questions 1 (+)
These are sample voir dire questions for assisting when selecting a jury for a case with immigrant victims of crime.
[pdf] Sample Voir Dire Questions on Immigration Issues (+)
These are sample voir dire questions for assisting when selecting a jury for a case with immigrant victims of crime.
[pdf] Sample Voir Dire Questions 2 (+)
These are sample voir dire questions for assisting when selecting a jury for a case with immigrant victims of crime.
[pdf] Missouri Prosecutor Language Access Webinar PowerPoint (+)
This webinar was specifically tailored to a prosecutor audience in Missouri. It discusses language access requirements under Title VI and the American Disabilities Act as well as how to improve investigations and prosecutions by using language access tools. The goal of the presentation is to equip prosecutors with tools to enhance victim safety and participation […]
November 21, 2019: In Accordance with the Law: When Your Victim Witness Speaks Limited English (Webinar)
NIWAP hosted this webinar on Thursday, November 21, 2019, from 11:30am-1:00pm (Eastern). This webinar outlines language access requirements under Title VI and the American Disabilities Act. With the help of NIWAP’s faculty experts, the webinar discusses best practices and language access plans that enhance Limited English Proficiency (LEP) victims’ safety and participation in the criminal […]
September 25, 2024: Webinar: Overcoming Language Barriers in Policing: Grants and Resources that Support Language Access Programs in Law Enforcement Agencies
PowerPoint Presentation Description Law enforcement agencies (LEAs) often face language barriers when communicating with individuals or communities who are limited English proficient, or LEP. Accurate and reliable translation and interpretation services are necessary for public safety but can feel costly if resources are not appropriately allocated. This webinar is focused on resources and tools that […]
*Training Materials: Law Enforcement and Prosecutors (Last Updated – August 11, 2024)
If you are a law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or a victim advocate or other staff working for a law enforcement or prosecution agency and are working with immigrant victims and you would like to receive case specific technical assistance on immigration protections for immigrant survivors of domestic and sexual violence victims and their children, please […]
[pdf] Quick Reference Guide for Prosecutors – U Visa and VAWA Confidentiality Related Case Law (+)
A tool to assist prosecutors during trials when defense counsel is attempting to either discover VAWA confidentiality protected information about an immigrant crime victim’s application for immigration relief or is attempting to impugn the credibility of the victim or an immigrant witness by raising their immigration status.
[pdf] St Paul Prosecutors Powerpoint (June 24, 2019) (+)
This Powerpoint corresponds to the training in St. Paul, MN on June 24, 2019 for prosecutors. The presentation covers the intent and basic requirements for the U-visa and aims to enhance victim and community safety and hold offenders accountable by using immigration relief as a crime fighting tool. The content also includes training on how […]
*State U and T Visa Certification Laws
State Certification Laws Arkansas: U Visa Certification Law (2015) Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/arkansas-u-visa-certification-law-2015 California: U Visa Certification Law (2016)- Statute and Fact Sheet Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/california-2023-ab1261-chapter-679/ Colorado: U Visa Certification Law (2021) Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/colorado-u-visa-cert/ Connecticut: U Visa Certification Law (2014) Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/connecticut-u-visa-statutes-2014/ Delaware: U Visa Certification Law (2014) Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/11-del-c-787-u-visa-cert/ Illinois: U Visa Certification Law (2017) Link: https://niwaplibrary.wcl.american.edu/pubs/il-u-visa-cert-law […]
[pdf] Certifying-Early – U Visa Certification by Prosecutors (+)
[pdf] What’s Immigration Status Got To Do With It? Prosecution Strategies for Cases Involving Undocumented Victims (7.24.17) (+)
[pdf] John Morton, DHS Memo Prosecutorial Discretion: Certain Victims, Witnesses and Plaintiffs (June 17 2011) (+)
This memorandum sets forth agency policy regarding the exercise of prosecutorial discretion in removal cases involving the victims and witnesses of crime, including domestic violence, and individuals involved in non-frivolous efforts related to the protection of their civil rights and liberties. In these cases, ICE officers, special agents, and attorneys should exercise all appropriate prosecutorial discretion to minimize any effect that immigration enforcement may have on the willingness and ability of victims, witnesses, and plaintiffs to call police and pursue justice. This memorandum builds on prior guidance on the handling of cases involving T and U visas and the exercise of prosecutorial discretion.
*Pro Bono Institute “Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Self-Petition” Training Module
Pro Bono Institute “Violence Against Women Act” Training Module In collaboration with the Pro Bono Training Institute, NIWAP has created online training modules to assist individuals and attorneys with applying for VAWA Self-Petitions. You will need to register for a free PBTI account to complete the module. Curriculum Basics of VAWA Relief & Working with […]
*Training Materials: Prosecutors (Last Updated – April 11, 2023)
If you are a law enforcement officer, prosecutor, or a victim advocate or other staff working for a law enforcement or prosecution agency and are working with immigrant victims and you would like to receive case specific technical assistance on immigration protections for immigrant survivors of domestic and sexual violence victims and their children, please […]