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2011 MAPSA Conference Highlights

After a few opening remarks, the day started off with a presentation by John Baker, law partner and military veteran. John discussed military veterans in the criminal justice system. Our morning workshops included presentations on Hennepin County Veterans and Mental Health Courts, Our ever-popular Pretrial 101 and a presentation from a Probationer’s perspective on chemical dependency issues.

Afternoon workshops began at 1:30pm after a quick business meeting. Board positions that are up for re-election this year include: MAPSA President and Secretary Positions as well as Region Representatives from Region 2 (Brown, Blue Earth, Pipestone etc), Region 4 (Stearns, Kandiyohi, Benton etc), Region 6 (Ramsey County), and Region 8 (Chisago, Anoka, Washington etc).

Our afternoon workshops included presentations on Prescription Drug Investigations,the Psychology of the Criminal Mind and Offenders and Victims of Domestic Abuse – the Complicated Relationship. We finished the day with an intriguing presentation by Steve Hegele, founder and CEO of the Hegele Academy.

The MAPSA Board thanks all who attended!

CLE Credits Approved for 2010 MAPSA Conference

The Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education has approved 3.5 CLE credits for last years MAPSA Conference. Click here for more information.

MAPSA Conference Highlights 2010

Once again the MAPSA conference was a huge success. Community Corrections Professionals from the Twin Cities and outstate Minnesota came together at St. Paul’s historic Landmark Center for a day of learning, networking, and sharing of ideas. This year’s conference began with opening remarks from Ramsey County Attorney Susan Gaertner. This was followed by a thought provoking presentation from Andre Koen. Mr. Koen currently serves as the EEO/Affirmative Action Diversity Coordinator for Anoka County. He presented and led a discussion entitled "Closing the Cultural Competence Gap". The rest of the morning and mid afternoon continued with a variety of breakout sessions including Pretrial 101, Rule 25 Workshop and more. Conference goers reconvened at the end of the day for a humorous and informative closing presentation by Michael Kutzke of Professional Training Services (pictured above). Click here for the 2010 Conference Brochure and a list of the workshops and presentors offered this year.

MAPSA's 2010 Legislative Platform

The Minnesota Association of Pretrial Service Agencies was chartered in 1996. MAPSA is affiliated with, and subscribes to the standards of, the National Association of Pretrial Service Agencies. MAPSA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the improvement of Pretrial Services throughout Minnesota.

MAPSA Supports: