Conferences

Upcoming Conferences

The 2025 Criminal Justice Association of Georgia (CJAG) conference will be held at Albany State University in Albany, Georgia on Thursday, September 25 & Friday, September 26, 2025.  Please save the date!

Please submit your abstracts by August 22nd.

Conference Schedule

Executive Committee Meeting Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Conference Thursday, September 25 & Friday, September 26, 2025
Albany State University, Albany, Georgia

THE FUTURE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE: NAVIGATING THE NEW NORMAL

Conference Location

Albany State University (West Campus)
Student Center C Building, Room 266
2401 Gillionville Road
Albany, Georgia 31707

Conference Agenda

Wednesday, September 24th

Wednesday evening: CJAG Executive Board Meeting

Thursday, September 25th

9:00 – 9:15 Conference welcome

9:15 – 10:30 Session 1

10:30 – 10:45 Break

10:45– 12:00 Session 2

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch (provided)

1:15 – 2:30 Session 3

2:30 – 2:45 Break

2:45 – 3:45 Session 4

4:00 – 5:00 Keynote Speaker

6:00 – 8:00 CJAG Social at the hotel

Friday, September 26th  

9:00 – 10:15 Session 5

10:15 – 10:30 Break

10:30 – 11:45 Session 6

12:00 – 1:00 Lunch

1:15 – 2:15 CJAG membership meeting

2:30 – 3:45 Session 7

3:45 – 4:00 Break

4:00 – 5:00 Session 8

Conference Speaker

The Conference Keynote speaker is Dr. Douglas Posey.

Dr. Douglas H. Posey—a distinguished and multifaceted medical professional with decades of experience in forensic science and pathology. Based in Houston, Dr. Posey is board-certified in Forensic, Anatomic, and Clinical Pathology, as well as in Blood Banking and Transfusion Medicine. He has dedicated his life to improving public health through his extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to service.

Dr. Posey’s career is marked by notable contributions across multiple roles. He is a retired Associate Medical Examiner from the Georgia Bureau of Investigations in Decatur, Georgia, and currently serves as a Senior Consultant and Partner with International Forensic Science Consultants, LLC. His prior positions include Assistant Medical Examiner at the Harris County Institute of Forensic Science in Houston, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Pathology at both Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Texas, as well as Pathologist and Medical Laboratory Director at Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland, Mississippi.

Dr. Posey is a prolific scholar, having published and presented numerous articles in the fields of forensic and general pathology. Beyond his academic achievements, he is a proud emeritus fellow of the College of American Pathologists, a fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, and a former fellow of the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.

Since his retirement, Dr. Posey has continued to make a significant impact, serving as Laboratory Director for various toxicology and pharmacogenomics laboratories across the country. He is also an accomplished author, having penned two compelling books: From Mississippi to Morgue and LOCKED UP: The Mass Incarceration of Young Black Men in America. His newest work, The Real CSI, is eagerly anticipated.

Dr. Posey’s extensive career and contributions to forensic science and public health exemplify his dedication to justice and the betterment of society.

Conference Program

Once available, the Conference Program can be viewed here.

We hope that you will be able to join us for the conference.

Campus Map

View the Albany State University West Campus Map or access an interactive map of campus here:  https://www.asurams.edu/campusmaps/west-campus-map.php.

Conference Hotel

A block of rooms will be reserved at a nearby hotel.  Please visit often for the location and room rate.

Georgia CLE Credit

We will be offering State Bar of Georgia Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit for members of the Bar.  Attendees seeking CLE credit should notify CJAG of their State Bar of Georgia number.

Georgia POST Credit

We will be offering POST credit for certified law enforcement officers.  There is no charge for the POST credit session of the conference.  Once available, additional information about the POST session will be linked from here.

Conference Abstract Submission Portal

***Abstract Submission Deadline is August 22, 2025***

Fill out this simple Conference abstract submission form.

Conference Fees

Conference fees, inclusive of annual dues, are:

    • $25 for students
    • $75 for faculty and professionals

Click on one of these links to pay conference fees online:

Click here to download a form and pay conference fees via mail

Conference  Parking

Albany State University has ample free parking.  No preregistration is required to park on campus.

Conference Presentations

Click here to view past CJAG conference presentations.