New Orleans, LA | August 11-15
The Louisiana Narcotics Officers Association’s Annual Training Conference will be held at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. This event offers valuable training classes, networking amongst law enforcement professionals, and receiving hands-on demos of the latest industry technologies. Discover if this is a conference for you by viewing the Agenda.
Find us in the Exhibit Area at the 908 Devices Booth.
See for yourself how the MX908 can enhance your department’s operations with a demo of its rapid detection and identification capabilities.
Speaking Session:
Tamara Keller
Technical Trainer,
908 Devices
Drug ID and Trends
Tuesday, August 12
May 27, 2025
13:00-17:00
This presentation will provide an overview of all major drug categories, including stimulants, depressants, and hallucinogens. We will discuss general synthesis methods and key indicators to look for during investigations. Current trends for each drug type will also be explored, with a focus on recent data and statistics specific to Louisiana.
About Tamara:
Tamara graduated from Northern Arizona University in 1995 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminalistics/Forensic Chemistry. She joined the Drug Enforcement Administration South Central Laboratory in 1997 and continued her career as a Senior Forensic Chemist until her retirement in 2015. During her time at DEA, she investigated numerous clandestine labs, assisted with search warrants, and testified in court frequently. She is active in many professional organizations, including the Southwestern Association of Forensic Scientists (SWAFS) and the Texas Narcotics Association (TNOA). She has held many board positions and continues to be an active member today. She went back to graduate school at Oklahoma State University and completed her Master’s in Forensic Science in 2022.
Keeping Officers Safe from Invisible Threats
The MX908 is a powerful tool for identifying unknown substances quickly and safely in the field. It can detect even tiny amounts of drugs, reducing the risk to officers while providing immediate information for investigations and resource allocation.
