Traffic Stops and K9s

This program, taught by Anthony Bandiero, Attorney - Senior Legal Instructor at Blue to Gold,  provides in-depth training on the legal principles governing K9 deployment and how to apply them in real-world scenarios. The program covers various topics, including deploying K9s with or without reasonable suspicion, utilizing K9s in specialized settings, and the use of force on fleeing suspects. Viewers will learn about the legal implications of a "free air sniff," the deployment of K9s at motels, apartments, and homes, and the protocol for calling a K9 without extending a traffic stop. The program will also address questions such as the legality of a dog touching a vehicle before an alert and the maximum length of time occupants can be detained while waiting for a K9 to arrive at the scene. With expert instruction and training, this course is essential for attorneys seeking a deeper understanding of K9 deployment and the legal landscape surrounding it.

1. Analyze the concept of a "free air sniff"

2. Identify the deployment of drug K9s at motels, apartments, or homes and understand its legal implications

3. Breakdown the protocol for calling a K9 without extending a traffic stop

4. Analyze the legal implications of a dog touching a vehicle before an alert.

5. Determine the maximum length of time occupants can be legally detained while waiting for a K9 to arrive at the scene