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Police expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including law enforcement, criminal justice, security, corrections, and forensic science. Some of the most common specialties among police expert witnesses include use of force, police procedures, police training, crime scene investigation, and internal affairs. They have provided opinions on the effects of excessive force, wrongful arrest, police misconduct, officer-involved shootings, and jail/prison conditions.

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Christopher J Gard, MSView profile

ID: 71135

Mr. Christopher J Gard, MS

Christopher Gard has over 26 years of experience in Law enforcement and Investigation. He earned his BS in Interdisciplinary Studies: Psychology and Government from Liberty University and has held numerous certifications in his field. Formerly, Mr. Gard served as a Police Officer, Police Sergeant, Police Lieutenant, and Chief of Police for the City of Orting, WA Police Department. Currently, this...

Police Policy and Procedures Expert Witness | New JerseyView profile

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Police Policy and Procedures Expert Witness | New Jersey

This highly qualified police policy and procedures expert has over 35 years of experience, and has extensive experience in undercover and surveillance operations, as well as narcotics identification and investigations. He earned his AS in criminal justice from the County College of Morris, and both his BS in justice studies and his MSM in criminal justice administration from the College of Saint...

Gregory Wayne Gravesen, ACTARView profile

ID: 80636

Mr. Gregory Wayne Gravesen, ACTAR

Mr. Gregory W. Gravesen has 32 years of experience in the field of Accident Reconstruction. He earned his BS in Criminal Justice from the University of Wisconsin Platteville. Today, this expert is certified as a Traffic Accident Reconstructionist by the Accreditation Commission for Traffic Accident Reconstruction. Formerly, this expert held roles as a Deputy Sheriff and Accident Investigator at...

Police Procedures Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Police Procedures Expert Witness | California

This expert has over 30-years of experience in law enforcement, primarily with the Drug Enforcement Administration. He has written three criminal justice textbooks. He currently serves as a Criminal Justice consultant and expert witness with extensive experience in litigation support.

Jack Ryan, JDView profile

ID: 488756

Mr. Jack Ryan, JD

Mr. John "Jack" Ryan has 40 years of experience in Legal, Law Enforcement & Security with expertise in Police Procedures. He earned his BS in Administration of Justice from Roger Williams University, his MS in Administration of Justice from Salve Regina University, and his JD from Suffolk University Law School. This expert has an Admission to Practice Law license in the state of Rhode Island....

Police Procedures and Public Safety Expert Witness | ColoradoView profile

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Police Procedures and Public Safety Expert Witness | Colorado

This highly qualified expert has over 50 years of experience in law enforcement. He received an A.S. in Law Enforcement from West Valley College, a B.S. in Law Enforcement from Metropolitan State College, and a M.S. in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Colorado. Certified as a Police Executive and a Force Science Analyst by the Force Science Institute at the Minnesota State...

Mark Alan MeredithView profile

ID: 594628

Mr. Mark Alan Meredith

Mr. Mark A. Meredith has 29 years of experience in Law Enforcement and Security with expertise in Police Procedures and Practices, Premises Safety, and Drug/Alcohol Recognition. He earned his BS in Criminal Justice Administration from Union Institute and University and his AA in Liberal Arts from San Diego City College. Formerly, this expert served as a Mobile Command Post Sergeant and a Police...

Police Protocol & Excessive Force Expert Witness | IllinoisView profile

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Police Protocol & Excessive Force Expert Witness | Illinois

Instructor for a regional training institution for police officers, providing training in Field Training and Evaluation Program, PPCT Defensive Tactics Instructor, PPCT Spontaneous Knife Defense Instructor and cadre member for the First Line Supervisory Skills course. Adjunct Faculty for a regional law enforcement academy. Providing export training in Instructor Development, Use of Force...

James V PugelView profile

ID: 6220290

Mr. James V Pugel

Mr. James V. Pugel has nearly 40 years of experience in Law Enforcement and Safety. He earned his BA in Political Science and English Literature from the University of Washington and completed additional training at the Washington State Basic Law Enforcement Academy, the Senior Management Institute for Police, and the FBI National Academy. Previously with the Seattle Police Department for 31...

Campus Safety and Law Enforcement Expert Witness | MarylandView profile

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Campus Safety and Law Enforcement Expert Witness | Maryland

This expert has over 30 years of experience as a police officer, mainly at the University of Maryland Police Department. His expertise lies in campus and student safety in all aspects of campus public safety, as well as law enforcement in Higher education and small city populations. He has handled bicycles cases where they being operated in restricted and populated areas on campus that required...

Steven Joseph FrazerView profile

ID: 6735641

Mr. Steven Joseph Frazer

Mr. Steven J. Frazer has 32 years of experience in Law Enforcement. He earned his BS from the Saint Mary's University of Minnesota and AA from Century College. Formerly, this expert served as a Police Trainer, a Sex Crimes, and Child Abuse Investigator, and as Senior Commander of the Special Operations Unit at Saint Paul Police Department. He also served as Chief Deputy at Ramsey County...

Campus Safety Expert Witness | ColoradoView profile

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Campus Safety Expert Witness | Colorado

This expert has depth knowledge in both municipal and university policing. She spent 21 years with the Los Angeles Police Department, where she worked very closely with the University of Southern California. In doing so, she has experience managing safety at large incidents and events, including USC football games, the Academy Awards and LA Marathon.

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Recreational Boating Accident Investigation & Police Procedures Expert Witness | New JerseyView profile

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Recreational Boating Accident Investigation & Police Procedures Expert Witness | New Jersey

The qualified expert is cross-trained in vessel and vehicle accident reconstruction and in homicide/criminal investigation. He has conducted more than 1,500 investigations of serious and fatal vessel and vehicle accidents, and of crimes against persons and property. He was a board member of New Jersey State Police review boards that evaluated police vehicle accidents and pursuits for compliance...

Crowd Management &Police Policies and Procedures Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Crowd Management &Police Policies and Procedures Expert Witness | California

This expert has more than 30 years of experience in the field of campus policing and security. He has lectured and published both nationally and internationally in the fields of negligent security, alcohol abuse, community & public relations, campus police protocol, building security, and more. He has served as an expert witness numerous times in campus cases ranging from murder to assault and...

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Law Enforcement Procedures Expert Witness | New YorkView profile

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Law Enforcement Procedures Expert Witness | New York

This expert is recognized by CNN, FOX News, PIX 11 News, BBC, the United Nations Associated Press and a multitude of other media outlets as an expert in police tactics and procedures. He served 20 years in the NYPD, where he trained recruits in the Police Academy and investigated police corruption and misconduct as a Lieutenant in the Internal Affairs Bureau. He holds a doctoral degree from...

Law Enforcement Expert Witness | UtahView profile

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Law Enforcement Expert Witness | Utah

This former Salt Lake City police officer was with the force for two periods spanning from 1984 until 2004. He spent time as a Patrol Officer, a Field Training Officer, and a Detective, working in Vice, Narcotics, and Financial/Computer crimes, among other departments. He was graduated from Utah POST (Peace Officer Standard and Training) the Utah Drug Academy and completed several courses...

Law Enforcement Detective Expert Witness | UtahView profile

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Law Enforcement Detective Expert Witness | Utah

This law enforcement professional spent 21 years with several police forces in Utah. He began his career with the Midvale Police Department, where he worked from 1995 until 2001 and held positions including Patrol Officer, Officer in Charge, Auto Theft Detective, VICE Detective, and SWAT Operator. The expect then joined the South Salt Lake City police force, where he worked as a Narcotics...

Law Enforcement & Police procedures Expert Witness | CaliforniaView profile

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Law Enforcement & Police procedures Expert Witness | California

This expert is a Criminal Justice consultant and expert witness for private and government attorneys on criminal and civil matters. He is qualified as an expert witness in federal and state courts on police procedures, tactics, firearms, and the use of force. This expert can provide formal written declarations in federal and state criminal and civil proceedings as law enforcement subject matter...

Firearms & Ammunition Expert Witness |View profile

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Firearms & Ammunition Expert Witness |

This expert is Certified by multiple organizations, and prominent individuals and teaches on a regular basis. Area of greatest expertise: The defensive use of a handgun, the legal repercussions one might expect to encounter when choosing to carry a pistol, and actually using the pistol to defend themselves.

Police Policy and Procedure Expert Witness | OntarioView profile

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Police Policy and Procedure Expert Witness | Ontario

This highly qualified expert served for 32 years in the Canadian Regional Police Service. He earned his BA in Political Science followed by a post-graduate certification in Police Management Sciences from Dalhousie University. He is licensed in numerous areas, including Immediate Action Rapid Deployment, Criminal Investigations Level 4, Incident Command Levels 1 and 2, Major Case Management, and...

Police Expert Witness FAQs

What is the role of a police expert witness in legal proceedings?

A police expert witness provides insight into law enforcement procedures, tactics, and protocols. They can testify on matters like use of force, arrest procedures, and police misconduct.

What types of cases might require a police expert witness?

Cases involving allegations of police misconduct, excessive force, wrongful arrests, or improper investigation often benefit from the testimony of a police expert witness.

Can a police expert witness provide expertise on specific areas within law enforcement?

Yes, many police expert witnesses have subspecialties such as SWAT operations, narcotics investigations, traffic enforcement, or internal affairs.

How can a police expert witness help in a case involving alleged racial profiling?

An expert can analyze the actions of the officers involved against standard practices to determine if there was any bias or deviation from protocol.

Why is it important to hire a police expert witness with recent experience in the field?

Law enforcement practices and regulations evolve over time. An expert with recent experience will be familiar with current standards and protocols.

How does Expert Institute select its Police expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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