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Security expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including corporate security, information technology security, personal safety, event security, and homeland security. Some of the most common specialties among security expert witnesses also include cybersecurity, physical security systems, risk assessment, surveillance systems, and emergency response planning. They have provided opinions on the effects of data breaches, negligent security claims, crowd control incidents, terrorism threats, and identity theft.

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ID: 1572383

Mr. Edward Sweeney, CCHP, CJM

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Pennsylvania

Mr. Edward G. Sweeney has 39 years of experience in Prison and Corrections. He earned his BA in Business Management from DeSales University. Today, this expert is certified as a Prison Rape Elimination Act Auditor by the United States Department of Justice/ American Correctional Association, as a Certified Jail Manager by the American Jail Association, and as a Certified Correctional Health...

Counterintelligence and Security Program Management Expert WitnessView profile

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Counterintelligence and Security Program Management Expert Witness

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Virginia

This expert has over 25 years of experience in military intelligence, counterintelligence, and security program management. He earned two MS degrees in strategic intelligence and defense strategic studies from the National Defense Intelligence College and Missouri State University, respectively. He has extensive experience with weapon threat and defense, serving the Joint Improvised-Threat Defeat...

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ID: 548133

Mr. Steven Drexler

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Alabama

Dr. Steven G. Drexler has 44 years of experience in the field of Forensic Analysis with specialization in Handwriting. He earned his BS in Forensic Science from the University of Central Florida. Today this expert is a certified Forensic Document Examiner by the American Board of Forensic Document Examiners. Formerly, this expert served as a Microanalyst at the Florida Department of Law...

Security and Risk Management Expert WitnessView profile

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Security and Risk Management Expert Witness

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Texas

This highly-qualified expert has 45 years of experience in the field of security and risk management. His areas of expertise include premises liability, nightclub security, security guards, apartment properties, retail loss prevention, negligent hiring/retention and cargo losses due to inadequate security. He earned his BA in sociology with an emphasis in criminology from Louisiana State...

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ID: 6806798

Ms. Tracey Reed

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Kentucky

Ms. Tracey R. Reed has 31 years of experience in Law Enforcement, Legal Liability Risk Management, and Security. She earned her BA in Psychology from Brescia University. Formerly, this expert served as a Social Service Worker for Kentucky’s Cabinet for Health and Family Services, and then as a Senior Probation, Parole Officer, and Jail Consultant forr the Kentucky Department of Corrections. She...

Security Expert WitnessView profile

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Security Expert Witness

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Pennsylvania

This security management expert has been in the field for more than 30 years. A Certified Protection Professional, he is extensively published and holds membership in both the American Society for Industrial Security and the International Association of Professional Security Consultants. He has lectured on security and criminology at the university level for multiple schools, including the...

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ID: 143256

Mr. Craig Miller

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Texas

Mr. Craig R. Miller has 41 years of experience in Law Enforcement, Security, and School Safety. He earned his BA in Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of Memphis. Formerly, this expert served as a Police Officer, Sergeant, Deputy Chief, and Commander of multiple units within the Dallas Police Department. He also served as the Chief of Police for the Dallas Independent School...

Digital Forensic Technology Expert WitnessView profile

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Digital Forensic Technology Expert Witness

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New Jersey

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This expert has been working in the digital technology industry for over 25 years. A Certified Forensic Consultant, Computer Examiner, and Digital Forensics Practitioner, he has conducted multiple computer forensics and e-discovery seminars for the New Jersey Bar Association and five different county bar associations. This expert is highly familiar with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedures and...

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ID: 109326

Mr. Kelly Klatt, CPP

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Florida

Mr. Kelly S. Klatt has 48 years of experience in Security with expertise in Hospitality & Retail. He earned his AA in Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Santa Rosa Junior College. Today, this expert is certified as a Protection Professional by the American Society for Industrial Security International. Formerly, this expert served as a Police Officer at the Los Angeles Police...

Marine Transportation Safety and Vessel Security Expert WitnessView profile

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Marine Transportation Safety and Vessel Security Expert Witness

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Massachusetts

This expert has been working on and with seafaring vessels for over 40 years. He graduated from Massachusetts Maritime Academy with a B.S. in Nautical Science and Marine Transportation and holds a U.S. Coast Guard Master License. A retired Captain of the Untied States Navy, he served on numerous Navy warships and was the Head of Maritime Affairs for the Chief of Naval Operations during Operations...

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ID: 133815

Mr. Michael Dorn, MS

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Georgia

Mr. Michael S. Dorn has 44 years of experience in the field of School Safety, Security, and Sexual Abuse Prevention. He earned his BA in History and Political Science from Mercer University and his MS in Human Services Administration from the Mercer University College of Professional Advancement. Formerly, this expert served as a School Safety Specialist and State Antiterrorism Planner and Lead...

Security and Probation Expert WitnessView profile

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Security and Probation Expert Witness

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Arizona

This expert has been involved with security specialties for over 30 years. He has worked as the Chief Probation Officer, which had him follow federal and state rules and regulations. He has had vast experience with ankle monitors, and currently has his own security firm that works with those on probation.

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ID: 29183

Mr. Michael D'Angelo, CPP, CSC

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Florida

Mr. Michael S. D'Angelo has over 35 years of experience in Law Enforcement and Security. He earned his AA in Criminal Justice Technology from Miami Dade College and his BA in Social and Criminal Justice from Ashford University. Today, this expert is a Certified Protection Professional by the American Society for Industrial Security, a Certified Security Consultant by the International Association...

Law Enforcement  Technology Expert WitnessView profile

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Law Enforcement Technology Expert Witness

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Virginia

This expert has had a long career in the field of law enforcement and criminal justice, with an emphasis on policy and technology. He earned a BS in Electronics Engineering from the University of New Mexico, a MS in Engineering Administration from George Washington University, and completed PhD honors coursework in engineering-economic systems at Stanford University. He has been active in the...

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ID: 7408807

Mr. Jamie Borden

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Nevada

Mr. Jamie W. Borden has 27 years of experience in Law Enforcement and Security and he graduated from Valley High School. Formerly, this expert served as a Patrol Officer, Undercover Narcotics Detective, Firearms Instructor, and Sergeant with the Henderson Police Department. He is currently a Self-Employed Consultant, Instructor, and Lecturer.

Networking Security Expert WitnessView profile

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Networking Security Expert Witness

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California

This expert is a routing/switch professional and is CTO of a worldwide Cloud Computing company competing with Amazon, Rackspace & others. He is a co-founder, Executive Vice President, and Chief Technology Officer of an award winning Cloud Provider known for excellence in hosting servers, storage and virtual desktops which won Network World Magazine's desktop-as-a-service shootout, the UP Cloud...

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ID: 335570

Mr. Urey Patrick

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Virginia

Mr. Urey W. Patrick has over 51 years of experience in Firearms Training and Law Enforcement. He earned his BA in Political Science from Princeton University. Formerly, this expert served as as the Acting Unit Chief of the Firearms Training Unit and as the Director of Admissions for the FBI National Academy Unit at the FBI Academy. He was also an Investigative Special Agent for the Federal...

Security Management Expert WitnessView profile

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Security Management Expert Witness

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Maryland

This expert is a well-seasoned security industry expert with over 19 years as a senior level executive in regional and national private security companies. She has extensive education and experience in all facets of human resources within the industry, and is often consulted as a subject matter expert for training and various aspects of talent management. She is a Certified Protection...

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ID: 174468

Mr. Ben Phelps, ACTAR

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Indiana

Mr. Ben Phelps has over 29 years of experience in Law Enforcement and Accident Reconstruction. He earned his BS in Criminal Justice from Oakland City University, his MS in Criminal Justice and Public Safety from Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis, and his AS in Paramedic Science from Ivy Tech Community College. Today, this expert is certified as a Traffic Accident...

Campus Safety and Security Expert WitnessView profile

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Campus Safety and Security Expert Witness

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Maryland

This expert has over 6 years experience in campus safety and security. He is responsible for directing the coordination, development and management of safety and security at the University. He oversees the Police Department, the Office of Emergency Management and the Office of Health and Safety. He is also responsible for medical school safety, bio-security and emergency management, including...

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  • Review Fee

    $275

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  • Deposition Fee

    $375

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

  • Court Fee

    $350

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    This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

Security Expert Witness FAQs

A security expert witness provides insight on industry standards, practices, and procedures in cases involving security breaches, negligence, or misconduct.

They can handle cases related to physical security, cybersecurity, event security, personal protection, workplace violence, and loss prevention among others.

In cybersecurity cases, they can analyze data breaches, identify vulnerabilities, assess damage caused by hacking incidents, and testify on best practices for data protection.

Yes. Security experts often have extensive knowledge about surveillance systems including their installation, operation, maintenance, and effectiveness in crime prevention.

Yes. Subspecialties may include cybersecurity, corporate security, retail loss prevention, event security management, and personal protection services.

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