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This expert is a retired police officer and owner of a police training and consulting firm. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management, a Masters of Science in Psychology and is completing a doctoral degree in Performance Psychology. He is a Certified Criminal Investigator with the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute and a Force Science Certified Analyst with the Force Science Institute He currently teaches the application of Human Factors science to a police officer's use of force (Attention, Perception, Response Time, Decision Making, and Memory). He is also an Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice, a Police Academy Instructor, and a Force Options Simulator Instructor at a large regional training center. His policing experience includes positions in; SWAT, Field Training, Gangs, Narcotics, Supervision Media Relations, and Use of Force Training.
Consultant, A police training and consulting firm in CA
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Grand Canyon University
Brentwood,
California
This expert served 32 years with the San Francisco Police Department in a variety of different capacities. He began his experience as a police officer for nine years in patrol, and then went on to serve as a Sergeant and Inspector in the Investigations Bureau for over four years investigating Violent Crimes, Auto Theft, Burglary and Domestic Violence. He went on to serve as a Commander in the Patrol Bureau, Investigations Bureau, and over the Tactical Company and Homeland Security Unites. In his final role with the San Francisco Police Department, he served as Deputy Chief and was responsible for oversight of the 1700 member patrol force. Since retiring from the Police Department in 2013, this expert has been serving as a Lecturer in Criminal Justice Studies at a University in California.
Principal, A Security Consultancy in CA
Master of Arts (MA), University of California, Irvine
Redwood City,
California
This highly-qualified expert has nearly 40 years of experience in law enforcement and security operations. He is a licensed private investigator and has extensive experience in law enforcement best practices, security guard operations, use of force, premise liability, complex criminal investigations, homicide investigations, and K9 handling. He earned his BA from Claremont McKenna College before beginning his 30-year career with the LAPD. This expert started as a police officer I and rose in the ranks to eventually retire as a lieutenant II, officer-in-charge. Over the course of his career with the LAPD, he worked in several divisions, including the metropolitan division as a K9 handler, the burglary-auto theft division, major crimes division, and the robbery-homicide division. Upon retiring from the LAPD, this expert served as the CEO of Critical Solutions Protective Services Group for 7 years. Currently, this expert is the CEO and senior investigator of a private investigations consulting firm in California.
Owner and Senior Investigator, A private investigations consulting firm in OR
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Claremont McKenna College
Bend,
California
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What Can an Use of Force Expert Witness Opine On?
Verbal De-escalation
Using dialogue to calm a situation.
Physical Restraint
Restraining an individual to prevent harm.
Use of Non-lethal Force
Applying force without severe injury risk.
Use of Firearms
Discharging a firearm under specific conditions.
Tactical Communication
Strategic communication to gain compliance.
Crowd Control Techniques
Managing large groups to ensure safety.
FAQs for Use Of Force Expert Witnesses
What is the role of a use of force expert witness?
A use of force expert witness is a trained professional who evaluates whether force used by police or security met legal and industry standards. They assist by reviewing records, analyzing videos, writing reports, and testifying in court to clarify complex use of force issues.
In what types of cases can a Use of Force expert witness provide critical analysis?
A Use of Force expert witness provides critical analysis in police shootings, Taser use, self-defense, wrongful death, excessive force, security, and civil rights cases.
How can a use of force expert witness strengthen liability arguments?
A use of force expert witness strengthens liability arguments by analyzing actions against professional standards, identifying policy violations, and clearly explaining excessive force to the court.
Which qualifications distinguish a credible use of force expert witness?
A credible use of force expert witness has extensive law enforcement or military experience, advanced training in force standards, and a proven history of courtroom testimony.
How does a use of force expert witness evaluate officer decision-making?
A use of force expert witness evaluates officer decision-making by comparing actions to training, policies, and accepted police standards under the circumstances faced.
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