Criminology Expert Witnesses in Texas

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Criminology expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including law enforcement, forensic psychology, sociology, criminal justice, and public policy. Some of the most common specialties among criminology expert witnesses include crime scene investigation, juvenile delinquency, white-collar crime, domestic violence, and drug-related crimes. They have offered opinions on the effects of societal factors on crime rates, the impact of policing strategies, the role of mental health in criminal behavior, the influence of substance abuse on crime, and the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs.

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Dr. Bruce Abel Jacobs Jr, PhD

Texas

Dr. Bruce A. Jacobs Jr. has 29 years of experience in Criminology. He earned his BA in History from Duke University, his MA in Sociology with a specialization in Criminology from The University of Toledo, and his Ph.D. in Sociology with a specialization in Criminology from the University of Southern California. Formerly, this expert served as an Associate Professor and as the Director of Graduate...

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Security And Law Enforcement Expert Witness

Texas

This expert has a 22 year career with the Houston Police Department demonstrating a vast range of skills and expertise in public safety, threat/crisis management, criminal investigation, and hostage negotiation. He has expertise as an interviewer/interrogator with more than 20 years experience conducting thousands of interviews or interrogations. He contributed to the development of a highly...

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The Average Criminology Expert Witness
Charges $292 / Hour

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Review Fee
$275
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Deposition Fee
$300
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Court Fee
$300
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Criminology Expert Witness FAQs

A criminology expert witness provides insight into criminal behavior, crime scene analysis, and law enforcement procedures. They can help interpret evidence and provide objective testimony to support a case.

Criminology experts are often needed in cases involving violent crimes, drug offenses, sexual assaults, or any case where understanding criminal behavior or police procedure is crucial.

Yes, a criminology expert can analyze the original investigation's procedures and evidence handling, potentially revealing errors that could lead to wrongful convictions.

Yes, some criminologists specialize in areas like forensic psychology, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence, or cybercrime. The right specialty can provide deeper insights for specific cases.

Through their extensive knowledge of criminal psychology and behavior patterns, they can help the court understand why a crime may have been committed and the likely actions of the perpetrator.

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