Added August 8, 2026

Cartel Traps

Los Angeles, CA · Feb 8, 2027 · 8 hours · $299.00

Instructor

Jeremy Bedingfield

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Description

CARTEL TRAPS — HIDDEN COMPARTMENT TRAINING
Cartel Traps Hidden Compartment Training is a comprehensive one-day classroom course designed to give law enforcement officers the knowledge and techniques needed to conduct more thorough and effective vehicle searches.
The course takes officers beyond a basic vehicle search by teaching them how to systematically identify and clear the natural voids found throughout a vehicle, recognize indicators of aftermarket modifications, and detect sophisticated hidden compartments used to conceal narcotics, currency, weapons, and other contraband.
Students will learn how to recognize tooling, tampering, dimensional inconsistencies, non-factory construction, electronic and manual access systems, and other indicators of concealment. The course breaks down hidden compartments throughout the entire vehicle, including floors, firewalls, rocker panels, dashboards, center consoles, roofs, trunks, cargo areas, engine compartments, and other commonly exploited locations.
Real-world photographs, videos, case studies, and detailed trap-car breakdowns are used throughout the course to show students exactly what these compartments look like and, more importantly, how to recognize the indicators that lead to their discovery.
From commonly overlooked natural voids to highly sophisticated electronically operated compartments, Cartel Traps provides officers with a systematic approach to vehicle searching that can be immediately applied in the field.
Clear the Voids. Know what factory looks like. Stop missing traps.
Training restricted to sworn law enforcement personnel.

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Reviews for this course

4.9/5.0 (1619 reviews)
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Jose R.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Very informative class. Learned lot of good tips on finding voids and systemic way to search for them.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Estanislao G.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Excellent class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Elias G.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Great stuff I’m going back to tear up my city!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
John M.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Extremely helpful and eye opening

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Andre S.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Wealth of knowledge, showing that you there is always so much to learn.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Robert K.
NV · Attended 8/1/2024

Fantastic information. Awesome how in depth and specific you were. Very usable information.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Dwayne C.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Very informative class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Cruz C.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Good informational class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Jocelyn H.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Awesome class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Matthew H.
CA · Attended 8/1/2024

Jeremy is a true SME. Great class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Michael B.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Awesome class.
I learned a lot even for an old timer like me .

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Derek S.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

One of the best interdiction classes I have attended in my 18 years in law enforcement!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tyler B.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

This Class had me excited to get back to work.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Vincent C.
MO · Attended 7/1/2024

Perfect class for someone getting into interdiction work or just wanting a jump start on where to loo during vehicle searches.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Roger G.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Great information to have and very eye opening on all the places that can and should be searched.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Stephen M.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

I wish I had this training sooner.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Drew D.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Very good class

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Shawn J.
IN · Attended 7/1/2024

Very informative class. Looking forward to applying the knowledge. Get that dope boys!!!!!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Griffin J.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Good class. A lot of vital information passed on, almost a two day worthy class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tim B.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

This is definitely one of the best classes when it comes to searching a vehicle and clearing the voids. I’ve been to many similar classes but this one stood out from the rest. I learned a lot of valuable information and I’m motivated to put it work.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Katelyn L.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Loved the videos showing real traps found in cars. I thought the class layout was great. Breaking down each part of the car and what to look for. Gave excellent guidance on exactly what you're looking for and how easy it can be. Gave me a confidence to know what i'm seeing when i see it in the field

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ross S.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Awesome class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Matthew S.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Good class, great reminders and tips to use daily. Recommend and would love hands on training with searches along with classroom.

★★★★☆ 4/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Brandon S.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Great information and knowledge on where and what to look for when doing interdiction.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tyler N.
IL · Attended 7/1/2024

Jeremy's class introduced me to so many areas I've been missing during vehicle searches! I can't wait to put what was taught into practice!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5

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