Site Sponsor: LVMPD Foundation
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ExCon

Competition

Compete against posts from around the nation
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Site Sponsor: LVMPD Foundation

Mission

To provide the most challenging, exciting, applicable and affordable reality-based training to the nation's Law Enforcement Explorers & Cadets, thus preparing America's youth for a safe, successful and rewarding career in public service.

Our History

20
03

ExCon was founded by three career law enforcement officers employed by the LVMPD.

All were former Explorers and Explorer Advisors, with 70+ years of combined experience.

20
04

ExCon was held at Cheyenne High School and saw approximately 150 attendees.

20
06

With nearly 300 attendees, the host location was moved to Centennial High School to better accommodate the competition.

20
10

Veteran's Tribute Career and Technical Academy, Nevada's premier public safety career preparatory school was chosen as host location. ExCon saw more than 40 teams in attendance.

20
11

ExCon Inc. was incorporated in the State of Nevada as a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) entity.

20
17

Ex-Con Inc. merged with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Law Enforcement Explorer Program.

We strive to continually grow and improve the experiences we offer to the nation's law enforcement explorers and their dedicated advisors.

20
19

ExCon was revamped from the ground-up. Events were held at Sunrise Mountain High School and the LVMPD Firearms Facility.

Scenarios were more realistic than ever and included force-on-force and live fire. Two new events were added to the competition.

ExCon welcomed guest judge John K. Marshall, renowned expert in the field, for the Honor Guard Performance.

Also new in 2019 was a formal award ceremony held at our host hotel, the South Point.

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20

2020 was an unforgettable year. COVID-19 (Coronavirus) affected practically every part of our daily lives.

As an organization we recognized the impact this unprecedented crisis had on first responders nationwide and particularly the exceptional agencies which attend our competition.

As a direct result of the unique challenges COVID-19 presented, we were forced to cancel ExCon for the first time since its inception.

Our History

  • 2003

    ExCon was founded by three career law enforcement officers employed by the LVMPD.

    All were former Explorers and Explorer Advisors, with 70+ years of combined experience.

  • 2004

    ExCon was held at Cheyenne High School and saw approximately 150 attendees.

  • 2006

    With nearly 300 attendees, the host location was moved to Centennial High School to better accommodate the competition.

  • 2010

    Veteran's Tribute Career and Technical Academy, Nevada's premier public safety career preparatory school was chosen as host location. ExCon saw more than 40 teams in attendance.

  • 2011

    ExCon Inc. was incorporated in the State of Nevada as a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) entity.

    This expansion allowed us to better facilitate our mission and support our local programs.

  • 2017

    Ex-Con Inc. merged with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Explorer Program.

    We strive to continually grow and improve the products we offer Explorers/Cadets, and their Advisors, from across the country.

  • 2019

    ExCon was revamped from the ground-up. Events were held at Sunrise Mountain High School and the LVMPD Firearms Facility.

    Scenarios were more realistic than ever and included force-on-force and live fire. Two new events were added to the competition.

    ExCon welcomed guest judge John K. Marshall, renowned expert in the field, for the Honor Guard Performance.

    Also new in 2019 was a formal award ceremony held at our host hotel, the South Point.

  • 2020

    2020 was an unforgettable year. COVID-19 (Coronavirus) affected practically every part of our daily lives.

    As an organization we recognized the impact this unprecedented crisis had on first responders nationwide and particularly the exceptional agencies which attend our competition.

    As a direct result of the unique challenges COVID-19 presented, we were forced to cancel ExCon for the first time since its inception.

2023 Competition

2 elective team events
2 elective
team events
8 Team Events
8 Team
Events
1st–5th Place
1st–3rd
Place*

ExCon 2023 takes place June 9-11, 2023. Registration will be held June 9. Events will be held on June 10 and 11.

The competition begins Saturday at 7:00 am and concludes at approximately 7:00 pm. Scenarios will be held at the Joint Emergency Training Institute (JETI) located at 7370 East Carey Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89156.

Teams must also be prepared to travel, using their own transportation, to the J. Moran Firearms Facility located at 7600 East Carey Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89156.

Awards Ceremony

A formal award ceremony will be held on Sunday June 11. The time will be announced at a later date. The ceremony will last approximately 90 minutes.

There will be 1st–3rd place (scenarios A and B) trophies awarded for each team event. There will be one trophy awarded for the overall competition winner. To qualify for the overall trophy, your team must compete in each of the scheduled scenarios. Teams are not required to participate in the Pistol Qualification or the Honor Guard Performance and scores for these two events will not be considered for the overall trophy. Each participating team will receive a commemorative plaque.

Vendors

We've invited several popular apparel and merchandise vendors!

Recruiters

An impressive list of recruiters from local, state and federal law enforcement agencies will be on hand to speak with potential applicants.

Promote your Organization

Join our selection of popular apparel and merchandise vendors! We also are accepting recruiters from local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to connect with potential applicants.

Events

Each team will be scheduled a time throughout the day to participate in 8 events. Scenarios will last approximately 20 minutes. To be eligible for the overall winning trophy, teams must complete all scheduled events.

Suspicious Situation

An Explorer team will be dispatched to investigate a reported suspicious vehicle.

Active Assailant

An Explorer team will be dispatched to the scene of an active assailant with multiple casualties.

Officer Needs Assistance

An Explorer team will be called upon to aid an officer in duress.

Exigent Entry

An Explorer team will be presented with a situation and must make a decision to enter a structure and use force.

Unknown Trouble

An Explorer team will be summoned to resolve a disturbance involving multiple individuals.

Crime Scene Investigation

An Explorer team will be presented with a crime scene and will process it using conventional techniques.

Burglary In Progress

An Explorer team will be sent to investigate an active burglary.

Vehicle Ambush

While on patrol, an Explorer team will come upon enemy fire and must mitigate the situation.

Additional Events

These events are elective and will not be considered for the overall winning trophy. Posts may choose to compete in one or both of the additional events.

Pistol Qualification

Two Explorers per registered team may participate in a live-fire qualification. They will shoot 30 rounds at varying distances using a handgun which will be provided.

Honor Guard Performance

An honor guard team will display their proficiency in basic techniques including Inspection, Colors, Casket Watch and Flag Fold. Additional info will be provided to participants. The winning team will present colors at the award ceremony.

SCORING CRITERIA

Regardless of agency or jurisdiction, Explorer teams will be judged according to a grading rubric which focuses on a wide set of generally accepted law enforcement procedures.

To ensure success, teams should receive the following training prior to arrival at competition:

working as a team
decision making skills
observation & recall skills
communication techniques
With Suspects, Dispatch and Partners
basic patrol tactics
general police procedures
use of contact & cover concepts
overall officer safety techniques

Base Camp

The competition site offers ample space for teams to set up an optional base camp for the day. A designated area will be available for RVs, trailers & shade tents.

Note that overnight camping is not permitted.

Base Camp
Events

Security Notice

01

Apart from registered attendees and their advisors, no unauthorized guests will be permitted on the competition property.

Events
02

Registered participants must wear their competition-issued wristbands prominently throughout the day.

03

ExCon welcomes any ranking department members to attend the competition with advance notice to ExCon Staff.

Hotel

We’re proud to partner with the South Point Hotel and Casino which has offered discount accommodations for attending teams.

Room rates are as follows
June 9: $125 + tax
June 10: $125 + tax

Hotel

Hotel Room reservations

RESERVING A ROOM

ExCon attendees must book accommodations directly through the hotel using group code EXPO0609.

For questions, contact
(866) 791-7626.

HOTEL AMENITIES

Conveniently located off Interstate 15 and within minutes from H. Reid International Airport, the South Point features 11 restaurants, a 64 lane Bowling Center, a movie theatre with 16 screens, an adjoining fitness center and a magnificent pool area.

PREPARING TO PURCHASE

You must reserve your rooms by May 19, 2023 in order to receive the discounted rates and resort fees. The resort fee has been discounted from $27 to $18 per night.

Costs

Registration fee is $125 for Explorers and $75 for Advisors.

Also included

A special competition shirt will be provided for each registered participant. Additional shirts will be available for purchase.

Swag bags will include various commemorative items curated by ExCon staff

A fully catered meal will be provided.

Drinks will be provided on competition day.

A video montage will be played during the award ceremony and will be available online within 72 hours.

Pictures and video will be available within 72 hours on the website.

Financial assistance is available!

The Jack Morenberg Foundation has teamed with ExCon to generously offer sponsorships to explorers and advisors.

Learn More
Jack Morenberg Foundation
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Registration

BUMMER! We are no longer accepting registrations.

Liability Waiver

Bring Form

All registered participants (Explorers & Advisors), MUST complete the Waivers of Liability & Medical Treatment Consent forms and bring it to the ExCon check-in, with original signatures.

Signatures for Minors

All registered persons UNDER 18 years of age AND those over 18 years of age that are still carried by a parent/legal guardian’s medical insurance, MUST have parental signatures on the form where applicable!

Double check Entries

If any forms are missing or incomplete without the required signatures at the time of registration, the participant will NOT be permitted to participate in, nor attend, ExCon.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Regardless of the reason for cancellation, requests will be resolved in two ways

Any team, vendor or sponsor may request a refund of the registration fees and it will be processed, within three weeks of the request, minus the required service fee imposed by PayPal.
Alternatively, teams, vendors or sponsors may opt to leave the registration fees as paid and the monetary amount will be applied to the next competition your team or organization is able to attend. Requests must be made via email.

Should the event be canceled or postponed at the decision of the ExCon planning committee, registration fees will automatically be applied toward the next competition.

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