Added January 15, 2026

Understanding the Mexican Cartels and Narco Cultura

Laplace, LA · Apr 13–16, 2026 · 40 hours · $600.00

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Instructor

Victor Galarza

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Description

Class is fully paid by the San Luis Valley Training Authority with funds from Colorado POST. A MUST TO ATTEND!

Reviews for this course

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Ryleigh S.
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Very informative training. One of the best trainings I’ve EVER heard of or been too.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Maritza R.
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Informative and provided a start middle end and collective way to bring everything together.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Marcus R.
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Amazing information. Will have to take it again. So much to take in.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Bennett C.
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Awesome class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Elisa B.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This was my 5th class and every time I come, it’s better than the class before. I recommend it for all law enforcement.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Monica D.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Victor put on an amazing class. An extreme amount of knowledge and tools were provided. The hands-on was a great way to identify and decipher the items of interest for different scenarios.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Twila M.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was unlike any other class I’ve taken. I’ve learned so much in these four days and have added so many tools to my tool belt. I HIGHLY recommend this class to anyone- whether you’re a new cop, veteran cop, detective, any type of law enforcement. Victor knows his stuff and is legit. I plan to continue coming to his future classes when possible. Thanks Victor for sharing your knowledge. Stay safe. Please sell T-Shirts Vic!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Leonel S.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

I learned that everything that was explained is relevant and is currently occurring in our cities and our Counties. Amazing eye opening class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Damin M.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was nothing what I expected. I thought it was going to be just a basic class about the “cartel”. After being in this class that is not the case I learned something new every second I was in this class that I will now have in my toolbox.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Mike H.
KS · Attended 1/14/2025

Victor possess great knowledge on the subject of Mexican Cartels and Narco Culture. Learned alot off information I will use and take back to my department. One of the best courses I have attended. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ashley C.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This training course is very valuable to those interested in drug and cartel/gang interdiction. This is also valuable to those who are involved in traffic operations.

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Richard V.
CA · Attended 1/14/2025

Outstanding presentation. Invaluable discussion of Mexican history and culture, along with history , tactics of Mexican criminal, drug organizations.

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Abelardo L.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

The information provided is very valuable due to personal experiences and truly understanding a culture.

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Edward R.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

There was so much information. The structure of the class made it very interesting to follow.

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Mollee H.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was very beneficial to me because I knew little to none of this information before. I like to work narcotics investigations so this information is crucial for me. I also think it was very important to learn the distinction between the legit religious practices and the narco practices.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Roberto F.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Class was very informative and professional. Definitely will utilize the information and training I obtained in this training for my daily.

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Ezekiel S.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Amazing class. Very well explained very knowledgeable

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Malachi S.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class has taught me what I can look for and how to explain these types of criminal organizations

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Samuel M.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very knowledgeable of the Mexican Cartels & Narco Culture.

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Hunter V.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This course was very educational in helping understanding the difference from items that are religious and those that are "items of interest". I knew there were hidden meanings out there but I did not realize how common they are.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Blakely B.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very detailed course with so much good information.

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Samuel N.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very detailed and highly informative on each and every section of the course

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Cruz S.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Good class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Cody H.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Fantastic course. While it is a lot to take in at once, Sgt. Galarza does an excellent job of bringing it all together and breaking it down in the simplest form.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Eduardo R.
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very knowledgeable I recommend this class

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