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Expertise
I can answer questions regarding prison issues, including use of force, classification, security, health service, foodservice, disciplinary issues, and custody levels. I can also answer questions regarding methods of execution, specifically lethal gas and lethal injection, and can address some court decisions regarding both. I am also an FBI certified Negotiator, and have experience in prison hostage situations, and was a tactical team member for almost 12 years.
Experience in the area
I worked for the Arizona Department of Corrections for over 20 years, then for a private prison for a year after my retirement from the the state. I was on the tactical team for almost 12 years, a member of the Special Operations (executions) team for nine years. I worked every custody level , and held every security rank from Correctional Officer to Major. I was Chief of Security of three different custody levels, and two different prison complexes. I am heavily certified in training, including use of force, firearms training, Crisis Avoidance, Inmate Managenet, and many others. I retired as a Deputy Warden in 2005.
Organizations
None now Past: American Correctional Association American Tactical Officers Association
Education/Credentials
I have 78 credits towards a BSBM with the Univerity of Phoenix Online.
Awards and Honors
Meritorious Service Award Supervisor of the Month
Past/Present Clients
Maricopa County Attorney's Office
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Dennis | 04/11/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Allen Gellena | 01/24/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you very much sir! with your ..... |
| Michelle | 10/29/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank You |
| Michael | 08/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much. |
| Lars | 07/14/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks sir! |
Recent Answers from Jim Klein
2012-04-10 Lethal Injection:
Some states may use machines, Arizona does not. The syringes with the chemicals inside are taped down on a counter and covered with a Lexan box to preclude anyone accidentally bumping a syringe and injecting
2012-01-05 misdemeanor:
Generally, you are asked about the need for an attorney when you are arraigned on the criminal charges. The judge asks you for an initial plea, then asks if you require legal aid. To receive legal assistance
2011-09-19 being fired:
On the face of the issue, no, but there are many variables, including whether or not the person was a household member before they went on parole, and what your agency's policy is. Talk to your supervisor
2011-07-20 police/corrections:
You have an apparent systemic problem, one that may be difficult to resolve. Best case scenario, you report it up the chain of command. However, you need to be aware of the political atmosphere of your
2011-02-15 LA County Jail:
You can probably go to the Los Angeles Jail web site and research their visitation policies online, but in general, visitors are required to be approved by the administration after a background check.
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