Co-sponsored by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life (NCALL), the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) and AEquitas. Held at the Hotel Monaco in Seattle Washington.

The National Institute on the Prosecution of Elder Abuse (NIPEA) is a three-and-a-half day course designed to challenge prosecutors to reevaluate their approach to prosecuting elder abuse cases. Participants receive training on the dynamics of elder abuse as well as practical skills to successfully prosecute these cases, balancing offender accountability with the impact of criminal prosecution on victims. Using a problem-based, interactive format, NIPEA explores the complex issues faced by prosecutors. Topics covered include:

• Case evaluation and litigation skills 

• Unique aspects of prosecuting elder abuse crimes involving domestic violence, sexual assault, neglect, financial exploitation*, psychological abuse, and stalking 

• Dementia and capacity issues 

• Common injuries, relevant medical evidence, and the use of medical experts 

• Ethical issues and prosecutorial leadership 

• The benefits of developing a coordinated, victim-centered community response 

• Redefining outcomes and exploring the nature of justice in elder abuse cases 

• Resources available to support prosecutors handling elder abuse cases