Firearms Expert Witnesses in Michigan

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Firearms expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including criminal justice, law enforcement, forensic science, ballistics, and personal injury. Some of the most common specialties among firearms expert witnesses also include gun safety, firearm design and manufacturing, ammunition, shooting reconstruction, and weapon handling. They have offered opinions on the effects of improper firearm use, gunshot residue analysis, bullet trajectories, firearm accidents, and self-defense claims.

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E-006690

Firearms Expert Witness

Michigan

A 3rd generation Gunsmith. This expert has over 15 years of experience as an authority on firearm and related subject. He currently provides his expertise to a variety of clients in need of accurate assessment of firearm analysis, GSR, accidental discharge, and bullet trajectory. In addition, he teaches a course on firearms and deadly force law, and has extensive experience reviewing evidence and...

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E-009002

Forensic Examination Expert Witness

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...

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The Average Firearms Expert Witness
Charges $325 / Hour

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Review Fee
$300
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Deposition Fee
$350
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Court Fee
$325
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This represents an expert’s hourly rate for participating in depositions. Experts may charge more for depositions that require them to travel, and some experts choose to bill a flat, daily or half-daily rate for deposition appearances.

Firearms Expert Witness FAQs

A firearms expert witness provides specialized knowledge on firearms, ammunition, ballistics, and related topics. They can analyze evidence, reconstruct shooting incidents, and testify in court.

Cases involving shootings, armed robberies, assaults, murders, or any incident where a firearm was used may benefit from a firearms expert witness.

Yes. If a case involves malfunctioning firearms or safety issues, an expert can provide insight into design flaws, manufacturing defects, or improper usage.

Yes. Some experts specialize in specific areas like ballistics, firearm safety and training, gunsmithing, or forensic firearm examination.

In self-defense cases, a firearms expert can help determine factors like shooting distance and angle, which can support claims of self-defense.

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