Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference

Come to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, for the Premier Training Event for U.S. Law Enforcement Professionals in the southeast region

Feedback from 2026 Conference Attendees

"I just have to say what a wonderful job your entire team and each speaker did, it was a wonderful conference and I gained numerous valuable skills, resources, and information! I also really appreciate getting to network with regional partners I do not get to see or work with all of the time. I hope to attend again in the future! One of the best conferences I have been to recently."

Victim Advocate from Kentucky

"Thank you! I would love to attend next year. I really enjoyed this conference. I learned a lot and made some great connections for work."

An Assistant Victim/Witness Coordinator from Tennessee.

Thank you!

I enjoyed the Conference very much and will definitely be back!

Chief of Police from Georgia

"By far the best Gatlinburg conference I have attended, well done."

A Detective from Kentucky

"You all have done a wonderful job. Keep doing what you’re doing. Thank you"

A Detective from Kentucky

"A great conference as formatted and presented".

Chief of Police from Kentucky

"This was a wonderful conference. I would even say one of the best I have ever attended. I wish I could have stayed for the full day on Thursday".

An Assistant Victim/Witness Coordinator from Tennessee.

"Great conference. This was one of the best victim assistance tracks I've seen. We hope to attend again next year! Thank you for all the work you put in to making it worthwhile."

An Executive Director from Kentucky

"I thought the classes this years were as good or better than they've ever been. Scott Payne was a great speaker."

A South Carolina Prosecutor

Who We Are

About The Conference

Victim Services Track

About The Conference

The Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference is an annual event for law enforcement officers, victim advocates, prosecutors, and related professionals. It offers specialized training, sessions with experts, and peer collaboration nationwide.

Conference Highlights

Expert Seminars: Learn from leaders in law enforcement, criminal justice, and public safety.
Training Workshops: Get hands-on instruction in investigative techniques, technology, and community policing.
Networking: Connect with colleagues and industry partners.
Exhibitors: Explore the latest equipment, software, and resources.

Conference Information

Find key details here, including registration fees, attire guidelines, and important updates to help you prepare for the conference.

Additional Conference Information

Our Training

Victim Services Track

About The Conference

Join us in Gatlinburg, Tennessee for the Premier Training Event for U.S. Law Enforcement Professionals in the southeast. This event focuses on enhancing community safety, policing standards, and professional development.

We provide top-quality training to agencies across eight states. The 2026 agenda addresses law enforcement challenges, shares best practices, and supports officer well-being.

Explore the full 2026 agenda below.

View the Agenda Here

Victim Services Track

The Victims Services Track at the Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference is specifically tailored for system-based victim service providers working within law enforcement and prosecution agencies.

Participants in the Victim Services Track will have the opportunity to:

Strengthening Victim Services Programs
Learn Emerging Trends in Victims Services
Explore Best Practices in Victim Services
Network with Allied Professionals
Receive Training in Trauma-Informed Practices

View Additional Information on Victim Services Track

Our Team

Victim Services Track

Established over 25 years ago, the Gatlinburg Law Enforcement Conference aims to deliver top-tier training for state and local officers and foster cooperation among federal, state, and local agencies.

Over time, the conference has expanded its curriculum to offer relevant training to law enforcement professionals of all types.

The Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police (KACP) sponsors this event.

For the 2026 Conference agenda, KACP is collaborating with agencies at all levels—federal, state, and local—as well as United States Attorney’s Offices throughout the southeast region.