Recognized for excellence in various previous roles, including Detective, Narcotics Investigator, Patrol Deputy, Lieutenant, and Sergeant, Richard Lichten holds over three decades of experience in law enforcement and now translates his expertise into service as a Consultant. Lichten draws from a diverse history, including supervising more than 1,000 civilian and inmate complaint investigations, overseeing upwards of 1,800 use-of-force investigations, navigating several natural disaster response procedures, mitigating inmate riots, and diffusing a series of hostage situations.

A sought-after authority, Richard Lichten frequently offers his insights. In addition to testifying in more than 100 narcotics cases, he has led over 20 police ethics workshops and spoken at a POST-approved Crimes Against Persons seminar held at a sheriff’s academy. Lichten has appeared at various conferences, including several annual meetings of the American Jail Association. He has also delivered addresses to Riverside, California’s Law Office of the Public Defender and to the Defense Investigators Association of California.

Today, he contributes his expertise surrounding use-of-force procedures, riot tactics, and emergency preparedness to major media sources and public and private agencies. The author of numerous Rule 26 reports for federal courts, Richard Lichten also extends his energy to the nonprofit Dr. Prison, which guides individuals facing a jail sentence in avoiding harm while incarcerated. Skilled at translating his knowledge of law enforcement into resolving issues efficiently, Richard Lichten often garners honors for his efforts. To read his articles on prison riots and other topics or to learn more about Richard Lichten, visit www.policejailprocedures.com.