At Code 3 Concepts LLC we understand the changing law enforcement environment in Illinois. The SAFE-T Act represented a monumental shift in the way law enforcement operates in Illinois. We want police officers to feel confident that they are doing their jobs legally to protect themselves and the public.
Code 3 Concepts LLC offers use of force training for police officers. Our signature course, "Use of Force Under the SAFE-T Act" is certified by ILETSB as of June 2025. The course was born after it was presented to a regional crowd control team and revealed a desire for more training of this type. If your department would like to develop a custom training course, please contact us and we can work with you to develop the course.
At Code 3 Concepts LLC we want police officers to truly understand the law and the limits, responsibilities, and protections afforded to them. We have found that many officers misunderstand the concept of liability and we can help avoid tactical errors by first understanding what a police officer's responsibility is in any given situation., and then deciding on a course of action.

Code 3 Concepts LLC was founded by Alexander Dunn. Mr. Dunn started his law enforcement career in the west suburbs with the Berkeley Police Department, before joining the Des Plaines Police Department. During his law enforcement career, he served as a Firearms Instructor, Assistant Defensive Tactics Instructor, Immediate Trauma Care Instructor, and Evidence Technician.
While working full-time as a police officer, he attended the DePaul University College of Law and earned his Juris Doctor. He also holds a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from Arizona State University and a Bachelor of Science in Logistics and Supply Chain Management from Elmhurst University. He trained as an EMT-B at Triton Community College.
As an attorney, he has represented police officers involved in both on and off duty shootings, federal use of force investigations, and use of force incidents investigated by state and local agencies. He brings those practical experiences to his teaching. He currently serves as the President of the Illinois Council of Police union, representing police officers throughout Illinois. He is also a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, serving on their Legislative and PAC Committee.
Mr. Dunn combines his experiences to bring complex legal principles to his students in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. As a career patrol officer, Mr. Dunn provides training that officers can put to work immediately in their duties, from "mundane" calls to critical incidents. He is certified by ILETSB to instruct in the areas of; Use of Force, Firearms, and Immediate Trauma Care.
DePaul University College of Law
Arizona State University
Elmhurst University
Triton Community College
NEMRT
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Illinois Tactical Officers Association
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Final Defense Institute
Final Defense Institute
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Savage Training Group
American College of Surgeons
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NEMRT
NEMRT
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NEMRT
Front Sight Solutions Training
Illinois State Police
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
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Legislative and PAC Committee Member
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