Robert Morris

Website: https://www.robrmorris.com

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.
Use of Force Review and Analysis.
Tactics Expert.		32 Years of Law Enforcement Experience.
27 Years SWAT Experience.
26 Years Tactical Training Instructor.

EDUCATION                                                                                         

MASTER’S DEGREE: PSYCHOLOGY (2023 Completion)

California Coast University – Santa Ana, CA.

BACHELOR’S 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.
01/2003 to 12/2021POLICE OFFICER / SERGEANT
Santa Maria Police Department – Santa Maria, CA.
SWAT Team Leader.
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.
12/2001 to 01/2006FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR
Front Sight Training Institute – Las Vegas, NV.
Instructor: 4 Day Handgun Course.
01/1990 to 01/2003POLICE OFFICER / SERGEANT
Lompoc Police Department – Lompoc, CA.
SWAT Team Leader.
Police Patrol Sergeant.
Field Training Officer.
Investigations Bureau (Violent Crimes, Special Victim Crimes).
Tactical Trainer: Firearms, Defensive Tactics (ARCON), Active Killer Response, Chemical Agents, Less Lethal Munitions, SWAT Tactics.

USE OF FORCE EXPERT                                                                    

  • Santa Maria Superior Court Expert Witness Testimony: Jackson vs Santa Maria Police Department (2019) – Use of force review and testimony on behalf of City of Santa Maria in excessive force case. 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. Remedial training plan implemented.
  • Consulted with Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office (2019-2021) – Use of force review and analysis on several criminal cases involving 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)

PUBLICATIONS                                                                                   

Published author of two books and one magazine.

  • Decoding Your Past: Book (Published on Amazon 2013).
  • Rob R Morris Magazine: Magazine (Published 2014).
  • Opposite Man: Book (Published on Amazon 2016).
  • https://www.robrmorris.com: Website (Published 2013-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.

CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE                                                         

  • National Tactical Officers Association Conference (2014) (2015) (2016).
  • California Association of Tactical Officers Conference (1995) (1996).

HONORS AND AWARDS                                                                    

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)

LANGUAGES

English                                                                                     

REFERENCES                                                                                      

Personal and Professional References Available Upon Request.