LEVA Level 1: Forensic Video Analysis & The Law
July 14 @ 8:00 am - July 18 @ 3:30 pm
July 14–18, 2025: Kansas City, MO
Course Overview:
The increased use of digital video systems by the general public has made digital multimedia evidence (DME) a significant and integral part of modern criminal and civil investigations. Since there is no standard video recording system in use, the need for trained individuals who know how to properly recover this type of evidence has increased. Properly acquiring DME is crucial, as all other processes or use of the video is impacted by accuracy of the recovery. This course introduces and provides a fundamental understanding of DME, introduces the types of systems likely to be encountered, discusses legal issues related to DME, and focuses on the proper recovery of DME.
Location:
Kansas City Regional Police Academy, 6885 N.E. Pleasant Valley Rd., Kansas City, MO 64119
Time: Class begins each day at 8 AM. On Friday, class will be dismissed by 3:30 PM. Those flying home should make return reservations that depart no earlier than 6:30 PM.
Travel & Accommodations:
Students are responsible for securing their own lodging and all ground transportation to / from the airport and between the hotel and class each day.
Recommended Hotels:
- Hampton Inn, 8551 Church Rd, Kansas City, MO 64158
- Fairfield Inn, 8101 N Church Rd, Kansas City, MO 64158
- Comfort Suites, 8200 N. Church Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64158
- Holiday Inn, 8230 N. Church Rd, Kansas City, MO, 64158
Nearest major airport: Kansas City (MCI): 20 minutes from hotels and training site.
Distance between the recommended hotels and training site: 10 minutes
Parking: is free at the hotels and training academy.
MEALS: All meals are the responsibility of the student. Restaurants are 10-minutes from the academy. None on site.
LEVA Policies:
- Tuition payment / refund policy
- Exam retake policy
- Tuition is due 30-days prior to the start of training unless other arrangements have been made with LEVA.
Registration:
Fill in the online registration form at least 30 days prior to the start of class. You will be notified via e-mail that your application was received and its status of acceptance.
Tuition: $1,875
REGISTRATION
NOTE: Registering only serves as a placeholder. Tuition payment secures the seat.
Additional Information:
Contact Troy Lawrence, LEVA Executive Director, troy.lawrence@leva.org.