From the Director: Cyber Training and Technical Assistance

The Internet has revolutionized the ability worldwide to not only communicate, but also share all types of information. Unfortunately, these capabilities are also available to the modern-day criminal. These changes, generally considered good, have created a new, darker methodology for crimes to be committed by anyone with a computer, a cellphone or smartphone, a connection to the Internet, and a bit of technical expertise. The landscape is constantly evolving, and the responsibility to enforce the law and protect citizens has created a tremendous need for additional training and tools for law enforcement. Officials need to not only identify these types of crimes, but also have the tools, capabilities, and specialized skills to collect evidence, investigate, and assist with the prosecution of cybercrimes. Adding to the complexity of many of these crimes is the reality that a suspect may not be in that the official’s jurisdiction, let alone the same state, or even the same country.