Jonathan Cherney
Consultant & Investigator
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Professional Summary
Jonathan Cherney, California Licensed Private Investigator, California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy Instructor, Remote Pilot is an accident reconstruction and traffic collision investigation expert specializing in vehicular murder and homicide cases. With a career spanning law enforcement, forensic analysis, and consulting, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work involving complex traffic incidents. His work centers on investigating vehicular homicides, assessing traffic collision reconstructions, and evaluating whether police practices adhered to standard procedures.
Mr. Cherney has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across Southern California, involving cases such as vehicular manslaughter, police pursuit driving, and DUI investigations. His Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, along with certifications as a California Licensed Private Investigator and a California P.O.S.T. Certified Police Academy Instructor, 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 accident reconstruction and traffic collision investigations.
Work Experience
Jonathan Cherney has been a Consultant & Investigator at Jonathan Cherney Consulting & Investigations LLC since 2004. He served in various roles at the Irvine Police Department, including Detective/Team Leader - M.A.I.T. from 2001 to 2019, Motorcycle Officer from 1997 to 2001, and Patrol Officer from 1989 to 1997.
Expert Intelligence
Best Descriptor
Jonathan Cherney specializes in forensic analysis and reconstruction of traffic collisions and police practices.
Best Use Cases
- 1litigation support for traffic collision cases
- 2consultation on police pursuit driving protocols
- 3expert testimony in vehicular homicide investigations
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View full reportEducation
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
California State University, Fullerton · 1989
Associate in Arts
Fullerton College · 1987
Police Basic Course
Golden West Police Academy · 1989
Traffic Accident Investigation Training Institute
University of California, Riverside · 2001
Advanced Traffic Accident Reconstruction Training Institute
University of California, Riverside · 2001
Accident Reconstruction Certificate Program
SAE International · 2019