Intelligence Expert Witnesses

Salem, New Jersey

Jails & Prisons, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of Force Analysis, Security Consulting, Workplace Violence, Security Management, Investigations, Active Shooter, Defensive Tactics, Less Lethal, Certified PTC Instructor, Intelligence, Crisis Management, Policy Development and Implementation, Military

Earnest Welch is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in law enforcement, security management, and military service. A combat veteran and Infantry leader, Earnest brings over 18 years of law enforcement experience, including expertise in use of force analysis, intelligence, investigations, emergency tactics, crisis management, and policy development. He is also a State Certified Law Enforcement Instructor, specializing in use of force, de-escalation, defensive tactics, and physical fitness. Additionally, Earnest is a Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response (LASER) Instructor, further solidifying his expertise in crisis response and safety protocols. Earnest is a Board-Certified Security Manager, having earned the Certified Protection Professional (CPP) accreditation from ASIS International, and he currently serves as the Vice Chair of ASIS Chapter 170. Additionally, he is member of the International Association of Professional Security Consultants ...

Redmond, Oregon

Police Practices & Procedures, Video - Use-of-Force, Officer-Involved Shooting, Decision-making, Critical Sensemaking, Police Training, Patrol Operations, Police negotiations, Citizen-on-Citizen shootings, Self-Defense, Jail Operations, Intelligence, Internal Affairs, Police Mental Health Response, De-escalation, Incident Command, Defensive Tactics, Policy, Crowd Control

EXPERT IN USE OF FORCE & LETHAL FORCE INCIDENTS In cases involving force--lethal force, understanding decision-making is as critical as the facts themselves. Whether you are a defense attorney explaining your client’s actions or a prosecutor challenging them, you need an expert who integrates both events and decision-making processes. Dr. Black offers a unique approach, blending quantitative precision with qualitative insight into how individuals make sense of their world. RENOWNED EXPERT IN LETHAL FORCE DECISION-MAKING Dr. Black is a recognized expert with extensive experience in international, federal, and state courts on lethal force, police use of force, officer-involved shootings, and civilian self-defense. His expertise in high-stakes decision-making under pressure offers critical insights. Dr. Black blends forensic analysis with human-centered perspectives, ensuring a balanced view that benefits both defense and prosecution. ADVANCED FORENSIC VIDEO AND QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS ...