Dr. Curt E. Harper
Forensic Toxicology Consultant
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Professional Summary
Dr. Curt E. Harper, Ph.D., MSFS, F-ABFT is a forensic toxicology expert specializing in drug recognition and roadside enforcement training. With a career encompassing leadership roles in toxicology departments and extensive involvement in forensic science committees, he brings a multidisciplinary perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating drug-related impairment, assessing toxicological evidence, and evaluating whether forensic procedures meet legal standards.
Dr. Harper has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving DUI and DUID cases, workplace drug testing, and postmortem toxicology. His Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmacology and Toxicology, along with certifications such as Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (F-ABFT) and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of causation in disputes involving drug and alcohol impairment.
Work Experience
Dr. Curt E. Harper has over 21 years of experience in forensic science, currently serving as Chief Toxicologist (Toxicology Discipline Chief) at the Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences since 2012. His previous roles include Forensic Toxicology Supervisor at the Virginia Department of Forensic Science and Toxicology Section Chief at multiple Alabama Department of Forensic Sciences locations.
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Best Descriptor
Dr. Curt E. Harper is a forensic toxicologist specializing in drug impairment and postmortem toxicology analysis.
Best Use Cases
- 1expert testimony in DUI cases
- 2consultation on forensic toxicology protocols
- 3training law enforcement on drug recognition
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Pharmacology and Toxicology
University of Alabama at Birmingham · 2007
Masters of Science in Forensic Science (MSFS) in Forensic Science
University of Alabama at Birmingham · 2002
Bachelors of Science (BS) in Biology, Chemistry, Computer and Mathematical Science
Brescia University · 2001
Licenses
- Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (F-ABFT)
- Certified Drug Recognition Expert (DRE)