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Expert Witness Services for Police Practices & Procedures

Featured Experts from Our Group

The experts highlighted here represent just a sample of the outstanding professionals within our extensive directory. Each featured expert is a seasoned law enforcement executive selected to showcase the breadth and depth of specialized knowledge available through our network. These profiles exemplify our high level of expertise to support your case, offering insights tailored to meet the demands of criminal and civil litigation. Explore our directory to find the right expert for your specific needs.

Our Experts, including currently serving police chiefs, bring specialized knowledge and unparalleled expertise to the courtroom. They provide clear, insightful interpretations of complex police practices, helping courts and juries understand technical concepts, evaluate and explain evidence, and offer well-informed opinions.

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Chief Tiderington has been retained as an expert witness or case consultant in over one hundred (150) cases throughout the United States. His considerable expertise involves meticulous case review, enabling him to deliver comprehensive reports and opinions to the Court. Furthermore, he possesses extensive knowledge and experience in providing testimony during depositions and trials in both state and federal courts.  He has been retained by the Department of Justice to examine and review the investigative actions of agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Border Patrol, and the US Marshall’s Service.


 

100 Million Dollar Jury Verdict - Chief Tiderington has also participated in and reviewed cases that reflect misconduct on the part of law enforcement, as example, in 2018, Jerry Blasingame, a 65-year-old man who was panhandling on the side of an Atlanta highway suffered a severe injury after being shot with a TASER by the Atlanta Police Department.  Chief Tiderington was retained by Plaintiff’s counsel to evaluate and assess the actions and use of force by the Atlanta Police Officer.   His findings and opinions reflected that the officer’s actions were a departure from acceptable police practices and standards.

Chief Thomas J. Tiderington

Chief of Police (Retired)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Police Procedures, Internal Investigations, Police Administration, Police Procedures and Investigations, Pursuits (vehicle & foot), Police Corruption, Human Trafficking/Prostitution, Criminal Investigations, Interviews and Interrogations, Police Arbitration Cases, Accidental Police Shootings/Mistaken Identity, Civil Rights Violations, Immigration Issues. -  See Full List

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Scott J. Hilden is a highly experienced law enforcement professional with over 32 years of service, including 23 years in supervisory and leadership roles. Currently serving as the Director of Public Safety and Chief of Police for a community of 33,000 residents, he has extensive expertise in police training, use of force, internal investigations, emergency vehicle operations, and school policing. His leadership includes overseeing CALEA-accredited police agencies, implementing best practices, and ensuring departmental compliance with national law enforcement standards.

His expertise in school safety is demonstrated through his past role as a School Resource Officer, where he implemented safety strategies for over 12,000 students. As a criminal justice consultant and expert witness, he specializes in litigation cases related to police conduct, risk management, and civil liability

Scott J. Hilden

Chief of Police (Active duty)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Use of Force & Internal Investigations, Police Training & Policy Development, Emergency Vehicle Operations, School Policing & Safety Strategies, Risk Management & Civil Liability, Law Enforcement Leadership & Accreditation, Premises Liability (CPTED)

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Chad Baugh is a highly accomplished law enforcement leader with over 28 years of service in the Canton, MI Police Department, where he currently serves as Director of Police Services (Chief of Police). He leads a CALEA-accredited agency with 100 sworn officers and 137 total employees, demonstrating expertise in police administration, constitutional policing, and community engagement. His leadership has driven innovative policing programs that enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust.

Chad Baugh

Chief of Police/Public Safety Dir.
(Active duty)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Police Policy and Practices, department accreditation, and policy development, use of force, labor contracts.

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Timothy C. Langelier is a highly qualified expert witness with extensive command-level experience in corrections, internal affairs investigations, tactical operations, and law enforcement training.

As Director (Lt. Colonel) of the Department of Detention, he led the nation’s 13th largest local jail system, overseeing a daily inmate population of 4,500, managing 1,600 employees, and administering a $650 million budget. Under his leadership, the facility maintained full accreditation through the ACA, NCCHC, FCAC, PREA, and FMJS

Timothy C. Langelier

Lt. Colonel (Ret.), Broward Sheriff's

Office

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Detention Facilities,  Use of Force, Cell Extractions, Restraint Chairs, Emergency Response Teams,  High-Risk Transports

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Frank Adderley is a seasoned law enforcement executive with over 40 years of experience, having served as the Chief of Police for both the City of Fort Lauderdale and the City of West Palm Beach. Throughout his distinguished career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership in police operations, crime prevention, community engagement, and policy development.

Frank Adderley

Chief of Police (Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Detention Facilities,  Use of Force, Cell Extractions, Restraint Chairs, Emergency Response Teams,  High-Risk Transports

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Michael McManus is a highly experienced law enforcement and security expert with an extensive career spanning investigative operations, security consulting, and international drug enforcement. With decades of experience at the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and in private security, he has led multi-agency task forces, high-profile investigations, and strategic security initiatives.

 

Currently serving as the Director of Investigative, Security, and Consulting Services, he founded The McManus Group, Inc., a firm specializing in investigative, security, and risk consulting. Through this role, he has provided strategic planning, operational assessments, and multi-agency coordination for clients facing complex security challenges worldwide. His team includes former federal agents, military officers, and intelligence professionals, ensuring a comprehensive approach to security risk management and investigative solutions.

Michael McManus

Drug Enforcement Administration

(Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

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Investigator Corey M. Williams is a highly regarded expert in criminal investigations, with specialized expertise in priest sexual abuse cases involving minors. He has provided critical investigative consulting to the Diocese General Counsel and priest officials, assisting in identifying, assessing, and investigating allegations of clergy misconduct and abuse.

Through his investigative expertise and commitment to justice, Williams has been instrumental in uncovering systemic patterns of abuse, assisting survivors, and providing law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and diocesan officials with the critical information needed to take appropriate legal action.

Corey M. Williams

Investigator (Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Criminal Investigations, Sexual Assaults involving priest and clergy.

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Todd Mutchler is a seasoned public administrator, law enforcement executive, and expert witness with extensive experience in government operations, public safety leadership, and municipal management.

 Throughout his distinguished career, he has served as Township Manager, Director of Public Safety, and Chief of Police, bringing a comprehensive understanding of law enforcement, emergency services, and local government operations. Holding degrees in Criminal Justice/Criminology (BA) and Interdisciplinary Technology (MA), Todd specializes in police management, municipal budgeting, public policy, and personnel development.

Mr. Mutchler's unique blend of law enforcement leadership and municipal management experience makes him a highly sought-after expert witness and consultant, providing fact-based analysis, policy expertise, and credible testimony in legal cases involving police procedures, municipal governance, and public safety operations.

Todd Mutchler

Township Manager/Director of 

Public Safety/Chief of Police (Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Municipal Management, Policy Development, Police and Fire - emergency services management

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Robert W. Metzger is a seasoned law enforcement and municipal management professional with over 44 years of experience in the criminal justice field, including 27 years as a Police Chief across five municipalities in three states. He has over 32 years of municipal consulting experience, specializing in police operations, policy development, accreditation, and leadership training. His expertise in law enforcement best practices, organizational assessments, and operational efficiency has made him a trusted advisor to police agencies and local governments.

Robert W. Metzger

Chief of Police (Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Law Enforcement Operations, Management, & Training, Police Policy Development & Accreditation, Operational Audits & Departmental Reviews, Leadership & Mentorship for Police Administrators, Tactical Operations (SWAT, K9, Use of Force),

Public Safety Service Consolidation & Efficiency Studies

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Kent Kleinschmidt is a highly accomplished law enforcement professional with over 29 years of experience in federal drug enforcement, criminal investigations, compliance, and intelligence operations. As a senior leader within the DEA, he has directed multi-agency teams in complex domestic and international investigations, focusing on drug trafficking, money laundering, cybercrimes, and tactical operations.

Kent R. Kleinschmidt

Drug Enforcement Administration

Assistant Special Agent in Charge

(Ret.)

Free Consultation

Areas of Expertise:

Drug Compliance, Tactical Operations, International Investigations

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Each of our experts operates as an independent contractor, setting their fees and managing their professional commitments. This structure ensures that our experts maintain complete autonomy in providing unbiased and objective opinions. To streamline the process, PCRMG offers administrative support, handling scheduling, billing, and logistics, so our experts can focus on delivering high-quality, fact-based analysis tailored to your case needs

Commitment to Credibility & Integrity

Our experts accept cases only when they believe they can confidently and credibly support or defend the allegations at hand. Each case is thoroughly reviewed before engagement to ensure that our experts’ insights align with the facts and evidence, maintaining the integrity and strength of their analysis. This selective approach underscores our commitment to delivering objective, reliable testimony that upholds the highest professional standards and genuinely supports your case.
Our team of seasoned professionals collaborates closely with you to develop a customized approach, identifying, assessing, and addressing your specific questions on your timeline. With decades of hands-on practical experience, we bring the power of expertise and insight to every crucial decision, ensuring you have the trusted guidance needed for success.

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