SUMMARY STATEMENT
Retired California law enforcement officer with 32 years of experience and 27 years of SWAT tactical experience.
Tactical Trainer for the National Tactical Officers Association; providing training throughout the United States.
Use of force expert with over 25 years of teaching experience in defensive tactics, firearms, use of force, chemical agents, less lethal munitions, and SWAT tactics.
Experience in use of force review, analysis, consultation, and providing expert witness testimony in both state and federal cases.
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
California Coast University – Santa Ana, CA.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE: PSYCHOLOGY
California Coast University – Santa Ana, CA.
CA SUPERVISORY LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATE (2015)
California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training
CA ADVANCED LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATE (2010)
California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.
CERTFICATE: CRIMINAL JUSTICE (2000)
University of Southern California, Delinquency Control Institute – Los Angeles, CA.
(Graduated Valedictorian Honorary)
CA POST BASIC LAW ENFORCEMENT CERTIFICATE (1990)
Allan Hancock College Police Academy – Santa Maria, CA.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM (1995)
Allan Hancock College – Santa Maria, CA.
WORK EXPERIENCE
| 01/2025 to Current | CONSULTANT Rob R Morris Consulting, LLC – Nashville, TN. Police Use of Force Expert. Expert Witness – Use of Force, Police & SWAT Operations. Tactical Training. Training Program Developer. Use of Force Consulting; Review and Analysis. SWAT Team Assessment. Critical Incident Review and Analysis. |
| 06/2019 to Current | TACTICAL INSTRUCTOR National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) – Alexandria, VA 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
Todd Perchert and Dannielle Perchert v City of Albuquerque and Chief Harold Medina (2026) – Retained for Defense, case open. 2nd Judicial District, County of Bernalillo, New Mexico; Case No. D-202-CV-2024-06819.
Estate of Derek Pickett v City of Albuquerque, et al (2025) – Retained for Defense, case settled. 2nd Judicial District, County of Bernalillo, New Mexico; Case No. 25-cv-00167 LF-JMR.
Estate of Jacob Grebbien v Pennsylvania State Police, et al (2025) – Retained for Plaintiff. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania;
Estate of Jesus Crosby v City of Albuquerque, et al (2025) – Retained for Defense, case settled. 2nd Judicial District, County of Bernalillo, New Mexico; Case No. D-202-CV-2023-02471.
Estate of Pete Martinez v City of Albuquerque and Angelo Lovato (2025) – Retained for Defense, case open. 2nd Judicial District, County of Bernalillo, New Mexico; Case No. D-202-CV-2024-04620.
Quincy Myers v Brandon Wheeler (2025) – Retained for Plaintiff, report submitted, case settled. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania; Case No. 4:24-cv-00763-MWB.
Christopher Hensley v Michael Teets, et al (2025) – Retained for Defense, report submitted, case settled. US District Court North Carolina; Case No. 1:24-cv-171.
Jason Kloepfer, et al v Cherokee County Sheriff’s Dept., et al (2025) – Retained for Defense, report submitted. Deposed, case settled. US District Court North Carolina; Case No. 1:23-CV-158.
William Jackson v City of Santa Maria Police Dept. (2019) – Retained for Defense, report submitted. Deposed, case settled. Santa Barbara County Superior Court, California; Case No. 4-196625-8.
Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2021) – Use of force review and report justifying force used by officer, causing injury.
Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2021) – Use of force review and report condemning use of Taser by officer, causing injury.
Use of Force Review and Analysis: Santa Maria PD (2020) – Use of force review and report condemning officers’ use of force, causing injury.
Officer performance Review: Santa Maria PD (2019) – Review of officer’s performance as related to use of force matters; performance improvement plan.
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)
Founder/Instructor: Rob R Morris Consulting, LLC (2025-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.
Kentucky Tactical Officers Association (2023): 3 Day SWAT Team Leader Development.
Oklahoma Tactical Officers Association (2024): 3 Day SWAT Command & Leadership.
Guild Solutions Group (2025): Deliberate Indifference Case Law Webinar.
CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE
National Tactical Officers Association Conference (2014) (2015) (2016).
California Association of Tactical Officers Conference (1995) (1996).
HONORS AND AWARDS
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu – Black 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-Present).
Gracie Survival Tactics – Membership (2019-Present).
California Force Instructors Association CALFIA – Membership (2025-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)
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