\"Next Level\" Report Writing: Moving Beyond the Basics

Rome, NY · Mar 23, 2026 · 8 hours · $225

Instructor

Jim Harris, et al

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Description

This course elevates officers from competent writers to confident, highly effective communicators. Designed for those who already understand the fundamentals, Next Level Report Writing focuses on crafting clear, defensible, and professionally structured reports that withstand administrative, judicial, and public scrutiny. Participants learn advanced articulation techniques, how to translate complex events into precise narrative, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that undermine credibility. Through real-world examples and practical exercises, officers leave with sharper writing skills, stronger case presentations, and reports that support successful investigations, prosecutions, and organizational transparency.

Reviews for this course

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Anthony Santiago
NJ · Attended 6/12/2025

GREAT CLASS

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Steven Gindville
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Course was very helpful and the instructors were very knowledgeable.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Tyler Shearer
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

A very informative class that gives you not only important information to take away about report writing, but also important lessons on the job as a whole.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Logan Carter
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

For someone who is first starting in law enforcement, this class provides a great understanding of what is expected of your writing, which can be one of the more discouraging parts of this profession.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
joseph conway
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Great class the instructor was very engaging

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Matthew Lilley
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Informative basic report writing course that would be beneficial for officers with less than 2 years on the job.

★★★★☆ 4/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Sarah Frazier
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Highly recommend this class to anyone who is interested in learning about how to write reports better or being a better officer in general. Very interactive and informative!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ann Marie McCormick
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

J Harris classes are the way to go. Next generation police officers will benefit, from the highly knowledgeable and professional instructors.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Martin Moreno
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Very informative class

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Mikael Diaz
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Great presentation of simple to understand facts.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Christopher Campbell
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

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★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Robert Ferguson
NJ · Attended 2/26/2025

Pay attention to detail!!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5

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