At Norton Police Consulting, I provide objective, evidence based analysis and trial and deposition testimony in matters involving police use of force, including force decision making and less lethal applications in rapidly evolving encounters. I am retained nationwide by plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation and in criminal cases.

My work evaluates police actions within the constitutional reasonableness framework and applicable law, informed by real world operational experience. Professional standards, training, and agency policies are addressed as contextual factors within that analysis.

I provide litigation support through clear, defensible opinions grounded in operational law enforcement experience and disciplined application of constitutional principles to use of force decisions.

Testimonials

"Dr. Norton is an exceptional use of force and police practices expert. His reports are clear, well organized, and thoroughly grounded in established law enforcement standards, making them highly effective in litigation. Just as important, he is responsive, easy to work with, and understands the needs of attorneys preparing complex cases. I wouldn't hesitate to retain him again." - Attorney Graham Scott

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