Inmate Transports and Courtroom Security

Course Type: Scenario-Based Training

Location: Lloyd B. Johnson Law Enforcement Training Center, LaPlace, LA

Date: November 4, 2026

Cost: $699 per person (with $700 in sponsorship provided by T-Mobile for Government, making the effective cost $1,150 for agencies)

Overview

This practical, scenario-based training program is designed for correctional officers who are tasked with transporting inmates outside of secure correctional facilities. The curriculum addresses the complex tactical, legal, and administrative issues that arise when maintaining custody in uncontrolled settings such as courthouses and medical facilities, where the standard security infrastructure of a jail or prison is not available.

Key Focus Areas

The course recognizes that inmate transport operations represent a critical vulnerability point in custody management. When officers operate beyond the secure perimeter of a detention facility, they must independently establish and maintain security through vigilant awareness, strategic positioning, proper restraint techniques, thorough documentation, and sound professional decision-making. Rather than treating transport assignments as routine procedures, this training emphasizes that such operations are inherently high-risk and demand careful planning and professional judgment.

Ideal Participants

This course is designed for correctional officers assigned or anticipated to be assigned to transport duties for court hearings, medical appointments, or hospital admissions. It is also suitable for line officers, members of transport teams, court or hospital security personnel, and supervisors responsible for managing or supporting transport operations. Personnel seeking a comprehensive understanding of the risks, decision-making elements, and liability exposure related to custody maintenance outside secure facilities will find this training particularly valuable.