TRENT PETTIGREW

Law Enforcement Expert Witness

Police Practices • Emergency Vehicle Operations • Use of Force • Traffic Stops • Due Regard •Interrogations • K - 9 DeploymentObjective, Defensible Opinions Backed by 32+ Years of Law Enforcement and Police Academy Director Experience✓ Courtroom Tested Analysis
✓ Rapid Case Review Available
✓ Trusted by Attorneys for Clear, Defensible OpinionsWhy Attorneys Hire Me
• Experience
• Real - World Credibility
• Ability to Explain to Juries
• Authentic👉 Call Now (405)973-8048

Pettigrew Law Enforcement Consulting provides independent consulting and expert analysis services. Nothing on this website constitutes legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is formed. Opinions offered are based on training, experience, and generally accepted law enforcement practices.

Work

Experience in Traffic Stop and Pursuit Evaluation, Investigations, and TrainingPolicy and Standards Analysis
Evaluation against generally accepted law enforcement practicesAttorney Focused Consulting
Services tailored for civil and criminal litigation* Due Regard & Emergency Vehicle Operations
* Traffic stops and roadside detention
*Custodial interrogations and interviews
*Use of force analysis
*K-9 deployment and handling practices
*Policy, training, and procedural review
*Expert consultation and case strategy support1. Initial Case Review - Confidential discussion of facts and issues2. Standards and Practices Analysis - Comparison to accepted law enforcement practices3. Consulting Support - Written opinions, Strategy input, and Expert support as requested4. I also Provide Non - Testifying Consultations

About

Trent Pettigrew has 33 years of total Law Enforcement Experience and is a former Law Enforcement Professional - 28 Year Oklahoma State Trooper/Troop Commander, K-9 Handler, Body Language/Statement Analysis Expert, and the former Director of Training for The Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training in OklahomaHis consulting work focuses on objective analysis of police conduct and procedures in the context of civil and criminal litigationNotable Achievements
* Hold Degrees in both Criminal Justice and Business, as well as a Master's Degree in Business Management.
*Expert in Body Language and Statement Analysis
*Certified K-9 Handler
*DEA/DIAP Federal Criminal Interdiction Instructor
*DEA Distinguished Instructor Award
*Has seized in excess of $75,000,000.00 in cash and drugs
*4X Criminal Interdictor of the Year Award Winner
*2X Criminal Interdiction Team of the Year Award Winner
*Delta Mu Delta Member
*Designated as State Strategic National Stockpile Commander
*Author of the book LIAR Lie Detection Made Easy
*University Adjunct Professor in Organizational Behavior, Organizational Leadership, Criminal Justice, and Ethics.
*Former Director of Training Academy for the State of Oklahoma police academy CLEET - Council on Law Enforcement Education and TrainingProfessional Resume, CV, and Services Fee Schedule is available upon Request

Expert Witness & Consulting Services

🔷 Case Review & Analysis
• Initial Case Evaluation
• Identification of Strengths and Weaknesses
• Officer Decision - Making Analysis
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• Written Opinions
• Policy and Procedure Analysis
• Use of Force & Conduct Evaluations
👉 Request Expert Report🔷 Depositions & Trial Testimony
• Deposition Testimony
• Trial Testimony
• Jury Explanation of Police Practices and Conduct
👉 Schedule Testimony

Active Case? Time Matters!

• 24-48 hour initial case review available
• Priority scheduling for urgent cases
• Efficient Turnaround on Reports and Analysis

Get Clear Answers for your Case

If your case involves law enforcement actions, the details matter - and so does how they are explained.
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👉 Call now to Discuss Your Case (405)973-8048 or use contact button

FOR ATTORNEYS
Straightforward, Objective, Defensible.
When your case involves law enforcement actions, you need more than a resume, you need clear, real-world analysis that holds up under scrutiny.I provide independent expert consulting and testimony based on over 32 years of law enforcement and training experience, with a focus on what actually happened, why it happened, and whether it was reasonable under the circumstances.RETENTION PROCESS
Step 1 : Initial Contact
Call or submit a case inquiry with basic details.
Step 2 : Conflict Check
A prompt conflict check will be completed
Step 3 : Engagement Agreement
A written agreement outlining scope and terms will be provided.
Step 4 : Retainer
Work begins upon receipt of the required retainer.WHAT I NEED FROM YOU
To get started, please provide:
• Incident reports and supplemental reports
• Body camera/ dash camera footage (if available)
• Witness statements
• Depositions
• Relevant policies and procedures
• Any deadlines or court datesProviding complete materials early allows for quicker and more streamlined analysisFEE STRUCTURE
My full fee schedule is available upon requestCustom engagement terms may be available depending on case scope.MY APPROACH
Independent and Objective
My opinions are based on:
• Training and Experience
• Departmental policies and practices
• Accepted law enforcement standards
• The totality of the circumstancesI provide analysis that is accurate, defensible, and credible in court.SERVICE AREAS
I am based in Southeast Oklahoma and serve Oklahoma and North Texas, but I also take a limited number of cases throughout the United States when time allows.DISCUSS YOUR CASE
If your case involves law enforcement conduct, early expert analysis can make a critical difference.Call Now (405)973-8048 or hit the contact button and e-mail me to discuss your case

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