NCDD Sessions and Seminars
NHTSA SFST Student Course-VIII

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April 27, 2023 - April 29, 2023
Course Instructor: Anthony D. Palacios
Course Director: Donald J. Ramsell
This three day program will be held April 27-29, 2023 in Phoenix, AZ. If you have not yet taken the NHTSA Student Course you are cheating yourself. This course is a must for anyone defending accused impaired drivers.
Due to the nature of the course, class size must be kept small. So if you are considering coming to the SFST Course in Phoenix, AZ, now is the time to sign up.
Registration fees are $650 for NCDD Members and $750 for Non-Members. Non-Members: this would be a great time for you to become a member and save on your registration fee. Register today to reserve your spot!
The course will be held at the Radisson Phoenix Airport Hotel. Our room rate is $139/night, which includes breakfast. You can make your hotel reservations by clicking the link above or by calling the hotel directly 602-220-4400. Be sure to mention that you are with the 2023 SFST Seminar to take advantage of our discounted room rate.
Thursday, April 27, 2023 | ||
9:00am - 9:30am | Introduction to DWI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
9:30am - 12:00pm | Concepts & Principals of Standardized Field Sobriety Training | Anthony D. Palacios |
12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch (on your own) | |
1:00pm - 2:30pm | Concepts & Principals of Standardized Field Sobriety Training | Anthony D. Palacios |
2:30pm – 3:30pm | Dry Run – Practice Session | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
3:30pm - 5:00pm | Alcohol Workshop Practical | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
Friday, April 28, 2023 | ||
9:00am - 10:00am | Detection & General Deterrence | Anthony D. Palacios |
10:00am - 11:00pm | Overview of Detection, Notetaking & Testimony | Michelle L. Behan |
11:00am – 12:00pm | Phase I-Vehicle In Motion | Michelle L. Behan |
12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch (on your own) | |
1:00pm - 2:30pm | Phase II-Personal Contact | Anthony D. Palacios |
2:30pm - 3:30pm | Legal Environment | Anthony D. Palacios |
3:30pm - 5:00pm | SFST Proficiency Testing | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Dinner (on your own) | |
6:00pm - 10:00pm | Alcohol Workshop/Practical | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
Saturday, April 29, 2023 | ||
7:30am – 9:00am | Phase III-Pre-Arrest Screening | Anthony D. Palacios |
9:00am – 10:30am | Trial Techniques in a DUI Case | Michelle L. Behan |
10:30am - 12:00pm | Final Test/ Graduation | Donald J. Ramsell, Anthony D. Palacios & Michelle L. Behan |
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