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This qualified expert served for 31 years with the Miami Dade Police Department, the largest police department in the Southeastern US. He holds his MS in public management from St. Thomas University and is certified as a police firearms instructor, police defensive tactics instructor, and a crime prevention practitioner all in the state of Florida. This expert has been training police recruits and law enforcement officers in defensive tactics, firearms, patrol tactics, SWAT tactics, use of force and deadly force since 1988. He has trained thousands of law enforcement officers nationally. He remains active in his field as a member of the American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers and the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association.
Fort Lauderdale,
Florida
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What Can a Police Expert Witness Opine On?
Patrol Operations
Routine surveillance of designated areas.
Traffic Stops
Stopping vehicles for suspected violations.
Arrest Procedures
Taking individuals into custody legally.
Crime Scene Investigation
Collecting evidence at crime scenes.
Interrogation
Questioning suspects or witnesses thoroughly.
Community Policing
Engaging with community to build trust.
FAQs for Police Expert Witnesses
What is a police expert witness?
A police expert witness is a law enforcement professional who provides specialized knowledge in legal cases. They assist by reviewing records, analyzing evidence, testifying in court, and clarifying complex police procedures.
What types of cases may benefit from the testimony of a police expert witness?
Police expert witnesses assist in criminal defense, use-of-force, DUI, search and seizure, police procedures, wrongful arrest, civil rights, and internal affairs cases.
How should counsel evaluate a police expert witness’s training and field experience?
Counsel should evaluate a police expert witness’s training and field experience by verifying formal certifications, specialized courses, years in service, and relevant real-world case work.
How can a police expert witness assist in analyzing use-of-force decision-making?
A police expert witness analyzes use-of-force decision-making by reviewing evidence, policies, and training to assess whether officers’ actions were reasonable and within standards.
What role can a police expert witness play in critiquing law enforcement investigative procedures?
A police expert witness can evaluate law enforcement investigative procedures, identify errors or bias, and explain whether officers followed accepted professional standards.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting police expert witnesses?
Expert Institute delivers a tailored approach to connect you with top-tier experts. We identify actively practicing professionals who meet your exact criteria for specialty, experience, litigation background, fee structure, credentials, location, and more.