SUMMARY STATEMENT
Retired California law enforcement officer with 32 years of experience and 27 years of tactical experience. Use of force expert, with over 25 years of teaching experience in defensive tactics, firearms, use of force, and SWAT tactics. Experience in use of force review, analysis, consultation, and expert testimony.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
| Use of Force Expert Witness. Experience in Use of Force Review and Analysis. Tactics Expert. | 32 Years Law Enforcement Experience (California). 27 Years SWAT Experience (California). 26 Years Tactical Training Instructor. |
EDUCATION
MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE: PSYCHOLOGY (2025 Completion)
California Coast University – Santa Ana, CA.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE: PSYCHOLOGY (2019)
California Coast University – Santa Ana, CA.
CERTFICATE: CRIMINAL JUSTICE (2000)
University of Southern California, Delinquency Control Institute – Los Angeles, CA.
- 240 Hours
CA POST CERTIFICATE: CRIMINAL JUSTICE (1990)
Allan Hancock College Police Academy – Santa Maria, CA.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (1995)
Allan Hancock College – Santa Maria, CA.
WORK EXPERIENCE
| 06/2019 to Current | TACTICAL INSTRUCTOR National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) – Colorado Springs, CO. Instructor: SWAT Team Leader Development. Instructor: Patrol Response to Active Shooter/Killer. Instructor: Basic SWAT Course. Instructor: Police Counter Ambush Tactics Instructor: Advance Response Patrol Officer |
| 01/2003 to 12/2021 | POLICE OFFICER / SERGEANT Santa Maria Police Department – Santa Maria, CA. SWAT Team Leader. Communications / Dispatch Supervisor. Investigations Bureau Sergeant; Violent Crimes Bureau. Police Patrol Sergeant. Detective (Violent Crimes). Tactical Trainer: Firearms, Defensive Tactics (ARCON), Active Killer Response, Chemical Agents, Less Lethal Munitions, SWAT Tactics. |
USE OF FORCE EXPERT
- Kloepfer et al vs Cherokee County Sheriff’s Dept (2025): Deposed, pending testimony for defense. US District Court North Carolina.
- Jackson vs City of Santa Maria Police Dept (2019) – Deposed, settled for defense. Santa Barbara County Superior Court Case No. 4-196625-8.
- Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2021) – Use of force review and report justifying the use of a closed fist punch by officer during an arrest.
- Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2021) – Use of force review report condemning use of Taser by officer during an arrest, causing injury.
- Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2020) – Use of force review and report condemning officers’ actions during an arrest and use of force.
- Officer performance Review: Santa Maria PD (2019) – Review of officer’s performance as related to use of force matters.
- Consulted with Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office (2019-2021) – Use of force review and analysis on several criminal cases involving police officer use of force.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
- SWAT Team Leader: Santa Maria PD, Lompoc PD (1995-2021)
- Field Training Officer: Lompoc PD (1995-2001)
- Defensive Tactics (ARCON) Instructor: Santa Maria PD, Lompoc PD (1997-2021)
- Firearms Instructor: Santa Maria PD, Lompoc PD (1999-2021)
- Chemical Agents Instructor: Santa Maria PD, Lompoc PD (1999-2021)
- Police Academy Instructor: Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria, CA (2000-2003)
- Firearms Instructor: Front Sight Training Institute, Las Vegas, NV (2001-2006)
- Tactics Instructor: Co-Owner Tactical Concepts LLC, Santa Maria, CA (2002-2004)
- Active Shooter/Killer Response Instructor: Santa Maria PD (2005-2021)
- First Aid/CPR Instructor: Santa Maria PD (2006-2008)
- Field Training Officer: Santa Maria PD (2008-2014)
- Tactical Instructor: National Tactical Officers Association (2019-Present)
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
- United States Air Force (2003): 16 Hour Carbine Rifle Course.
- United States Army (2003): 16 Hour Carbine Rifle Course.
- Santa Maria Police Department (2019-2021): 8 Hour Use of Force Course.
- Civilian Businesses (2019-2021): 4 Hour Civilian Response to Active Shooter Course.
- Colorado Tactical Officers Association (2021): 2 Day SWAT Team Leader Development.
- Louisianna Tactical Officers Association (2023): 3 Day SWAT Team Leader Development, Keynote Speaker for Opening Ceremonies.
- Kentucky Tactical Officers Association (2023): 3 Day SWAT Team Leader Development.
- Oklahoma Tactical Officers Association (2024): 3 Day SWAT Command & Leadership.
CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE
- National Tactical Officers Association Conference (2014) (2015) (2016).
- California Association of Tactical Officers Conference (1995) (1996).
HONORS AND AWARDS
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt (Present).
- Distinguished Service Award – Santa Maria Police Department (2021).
- Valedictorian Honorary Award – University of Southern California; Delinquency Control Institute (2000).
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
- National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) – Membership (2013-Present).
- California Association of Tactical Officers (CATO) – Membership (1995-2005).
- Gracie Survival Tactics – Membership (2019-Present).
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
- CA POST Patrol Response to Active Killer Instructor Certification (2018)
- CA POST Gracie Survival Tactics Instructor Certification (2017)
- CA POST Supervisory Law Enforcement Certificate (2015)
- CA POST Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate (2010)
- CA POST Distraction Device Instructor Certification (2008)
- CA POST Firearms Instructor Certification (2007)
- CA POST First Aid / CPR Instructor Certification (2006)
- CA POST Response to Active Shooter / Killer Instructor Certification (2001)
- CA POST Firearms Instructor Certification (2000)
- CA POST Arrest and Control Instructor Recertification (1999)
- CA POST Chemical Agents, Specialty Impact Munitions Instructor Certification (1999)
- CA POST Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate (1998)
- CA POST Arrest and Control Instructor Certification (1997)
- CA POST Basic Law Enforcement Certificate (1991)
*CA POST – California’s Commission on Peace Officers’ Standards and Training.
TRAINING
- Top 20 Foundational Decision-Making Concepts – NTOA (2019)
- SWAT Command Decision Making Leadership I – NTOA (2018)
- Patrol Response Active Killer Instructor Certification – NTOA (2018)
- Gracie Survival Tactics Instructor Certification – Gracie Jiu Jitsu (2017)
- Team Leader Development Course – NTOA (2014)
- Homicide Investigation – San Bernardino CO. Sheriff’s Dept. (2008)
- Distraction Device Instructor Certification – Defense Technology (2008)
- SWAT Tactical Commander – International Training Resources (2008)
- Child Forensic Interview Training – CA Institute Human Services (2008)
- Behavior Analysis Interview and Interrogation – BATI (2008)
- Sexual Assault Investigations Course – San Jose State University (2008)
- Firearms Instructor Certification – Sacramento Regional Training Center (2007)
- Less Lethal Operator’s Training – McCarthy and Associates Inc. (2006)
- First Aid / CPR Instructor Certification – Contra Costa County Sherriff (2006)
- Advanced Law Enforcement Driving – Bobby Ore Motorsports (2002)
- Hershel Davis Phase II Pistol – HALO Group (2001)
- Tactical Pistol – North American Weapons & Tactical Training (2001)
- Response to Active Shooter / Killer Instructor Certification – NTOA (2001)
- Firearms Instructor Certification – San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Dept. (2000)
- Field Evidence Technician Course – Orange County Sheriff’s Dept. (2000)
- Arrest and Control Instructor Recertification – Los Angeles Police Dept. (1999)
- Chemical Agents, Specialty Impact Munitions Instructor Certification (1999)
- Drug Abuse Recognition (DAR) – Lompoc Police Department (1998)
- Supervisory Course – Orange County Sheriff’s Department (1997)
- Arrest and Control Instructor Certification – Los Angeles Police Department (1997)
- Special Weapons and Tactics Course – San Joaquin Delta College (1996)
- Field Training Officer – Southwest Regional Training Center (1996)
- Under the Influence Course – Orange County Sheriff Department (1995)
- Criminal Investigations Course – Chapman University (1993)
- Interview and Interrogation Course – CAPTO San Luis Obispo (1993)
REFERENCES
Personal and Professional References Available Upon Request.
**Updated 3/2026