Prof David Biles, BA, BEd (Melb), MA (La Trobe), HonDUniv (CSU), OAM

Prof David Biles, BA, BEd (Melb), MA (La Trobe), HonDUniv (CSU), OAM is a criminology expert specializing in corrections and Aboriginal deaths in custody. With a distinguished career in criminology and corrections, he brings a nuanced understanding of institutional practices and their impacts on vulnerable populations. His work centers on investigating systemic failures, assessing correctional policies, and evaluating whether institutional practices meet established standards.

Mr. Biles has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Australia, involving cases related to corrections and Aboriginal deaths in custody. His BA and BEd from the University of Melbourne, along with an MA from La Trobe University and an HonDUniv from Charles Sturt University, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving prison psychology and correctional systems.