Ballistics Expert Witnesses

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Ballistics expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including criminal justice, forensic science, firearms safety, and mechanical engineering. Some of the most common specialties among ballistics expert witnesses include gunshot residue analysis, bullet trajectory reconstruction, firearm functionality testing, and ammunition examination. They have provided opinions on the effects of firearm malfunctions, bullet trajectories in crime scenes, gunshot wound characteristics, the use of firearms in self-defense scenarios, and the identification of specific firearms used in crimes.

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Mr. Nathaniel PearlsonView profile

ID: 31089

Mr. Nathaniel Pearlson

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Minnesota

This highly qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in crime scene investigation, ballistic trajectory analysis, and firearm and toolmark examination. He received his BA in biology from Macalester College, before receiving his MS in biology from the University of Virginia. He holds additional certifications in criminalistics, technical assessment, and firearm, toolmark, and gunshot...

Forensic Examination Expert WitnessView profile

E-009002

Forensic Examination Expert Witness

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Michigan

This expert is a qualified Forensic Examiner by the FBI Laboratory Training, and has been working in the field for more than 10 years. He is the first vice president of the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners and the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, and has authored several publications focusing on forensic firearm/toolmark identification and gunshot residue testing. He is a...

Dr. Thomas A Shea, DSc, CPPView profile

ID: 33318

Dr. Thomas Shea, DSc, CPP

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New Jersey

Dr. Thomas Shea has nearly twenty years of experience in the field of Law Enforcement, Security, and Investigation. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Administration of Justice from Rutgers University and his Doctor of Science in Civil Security Leadership, Management, and Policy from New Jersey City University. Dr. Shea is a University Professor and Director of Safety and Security at South...

Forensic Science Expert WitnessView profile

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Forensic Science Expert Witness

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New Hampshire

This highly qualified expert has over 20 years of experience in forensic science specializing in firearms and ballistics, fingerprints, toolmarks, shooting scene reconstruction, indented writing restoration, and drug chemistry. He earned his BA in chemistry at Saint Anselm College and holds several certifications including latent print examiner, firearm examiner, tool mark examiner, and gunshot...

Mr. Johnie EvansView profile

ID: 38419

Mr. Johnie Evans

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Colorado

This expert has over 17 years of experience in law enforcement. He began his career in the United States Air Force, where he worked in security forces providing law enforcement and security to US military installations, personnel, equipment, and resources. He went on to continue his law enforcement career in Colorado with a local police department where he has worked in investigations, narcotics,...

Mr. John HwangView profile

ID: 44131

Mr. John Hwang

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Washington

This highly qualified firearms marketing specialist has extensive experience in his field. For the past 16 years he has built a career in the firearms industry. He started his own business in 2004 specializing in the distribution of various firearm models and other accessories. After serving as the lead marketing consultant for his business, this expert went on to establish his own firearms...

Mr. Matthew Lee NoedelView profile

ID: 464090

Mr. Matthew Noedel

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Washington

Matthew Noedel has over 37 years of experience in the fields of Accident Reconstruction, Crime Scene Reconstruction, and Firearms & Ballistics. He earned a BS in both Medical Technology and Microbiology from the University of Montana Missoula. Today, this expert is certified in Firearms, Gunshot Residue, and Toolmarks by the Association of Firearms and Tool Mark Examiners. Formerly, this expert...

Mr. Richard Neal ErnestView profile

ID: 640510

Mr. Richard Ernest

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Texas

Mr. Richard N. Ernest has 48 years of experience in Forensic Analysis. He earned his BS from the University of Georgia. Today, this expert is certified in Firearms by the Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners. Formerly, this expert served as a Firearms Section Supervisor at Tarrant County Medical Examiner's Office, as a Firearms Section Supervisor of Crime Laboratory at the Georgia...

Mr. Chad ThompsonView profile

ID: 6840585

Mr. Chad Thompson

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North Carolina

Mr. Chad Thompson has 35 years of experience in Law Enforcement & Security. He earned his BS in Criminal Justice from Trinity University. Formerly, this expert served as a Deputy and Lieutenant in the training division of Johnston County Sheriff's Office and as a School Director and Chief Instructor at North Carolina Justice Academy. Currently, this expert is the Owner and Senior Instructor at...

Mr. Steven Todd Baker, CPP, PCI, PSPView profile

ID: 6984081

Mr. Steven Baker, CPP, PCI, PSP

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Tennessee

Mr. Steven Baker has 33 years of experience in Security. He earned his AAS in Business from Lansing Community College, his BS in Criminal Justice and Loss Control Management from Lake Superior State University, and his MS in Security Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy. Today, this expert is a Professional Certified Investigator, a Physical Security Professional, and a Certified...

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    $350

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Ballistics Expert Witness FAQs

A ballistics expert witness is a professional who specializes in the science of projectiles and firearms. They can provide insight on bullet trajectories, firearm safety, and gunshot residue.

Ballistics experts are often needed in criminal cases involving shootings. They can also be useful in civil cases related to firearm accidents or product liability claims.

Subspecialties within ballistics include forensic ballistics, internal/external/terminal ballistics, and gunshot residue analysis.

Through analyzing bullet trajectories, shell casing locations, and gunshot residues, a ballistics expert can reconstruct the sequence of events during a shooting.

Yes, by examining bullet fragments and cartridge casings, a ballistics expert can often identify the specific type and make of firearm used.

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