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Forensic Special Initiatives Unit

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Forensic Special Initiatives Unit

The Forensic Special Initiatives Unit (FSIU) supports local, state and federal agencies by identifying and addressing system gaps and developing process improvements to protect Georgia’s at-risk adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

We provide tools to primary and secondary responders to prevent future victimizations, prosecute offenders of at-risk adult abuse, and assist law enforcement with the resources to conduct investigations. This includes:

  • Technical assistance
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  • Certified At-Risk Adult Crime Tactics Specialist (CACTS) Training
  • Facility At-Risk Adult Crime Training (FACT)
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In the News

Verdict reached in Albany elderly exploitation trial - September 8, 2022

Trial for woman in Albany elderly exploitation case starts - August 29, 2022

Georgia’s Attorney General hosts round table discussion on preventing elderly abuse at Dalton State College - August 23, 2022

Georgia man pleads guilty to online romance scam - August 5, 2022

Carr: Prosecution Division Obtains Guilty Plea in Cyber Fraud Case Involving Elderly Victims - August 3, 2022

State still falls short when caring for people with disabilities - July 1, 2022

NASW Report: Social Work Roles in Elder Abuse Prevention and Response

FSIU Training Calendar

FACT Training

January 11 10:00 a.m.

ReACT | Training for Mandated Reporters

January 26 10:00 a.m.
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For questions and information, please email us at [email protected].

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