Mr. Charles McGilvary Johnson, PSP, FCP
Office: 943-888-1749
Charles is a Board-Certified Security Professional with more than 30 years of experience in the physical security industry. Throughout his career he has served in various roles as/with; Security Consultant, Technology Manufacturer and Security Integrator. His extensive experience provides Charles with an unmatched background & ability to speak to all aspects of the security industry from concept, design, installation, programming and maintenance. He can break down intricate concepts into accessible language making his testimony impactful and easily understood by judges, juries, and attorneys alike. Whether oral, written, depositions or in courtroom settings, he can present evidence with confidence, clarity, and impartiality, always adhering to the highest ethical standards.
Charles provides expert witness services for claims/lawsuits involving Negligent Security, Premises Liability, Personal Injury and Physical Security Technology such as Physical Access Control, Video Surveillance, Biometrics, AI, IoT, Entrance Control & Fencing / Barrier. He also understands and can examine how important their Capabilities, Design, Installation, Programming, Operation, Maintenance & Potential Malfunctions are to the overall security posture.
In addition, Charles is an expert on the Florida Tort Reform Bill / Florida House Bill 837 / Florida Statute 768.0706 that was signed into law in March 2023 providing a “Presumption Against Liability” for multi-family property owners/management companies against premises liability/personal injury claims/lawsuits. Charles is very adept at educating others on the initial and ongoing compliance requirements including CPTED Assessment, security improvements and employee education. He earned the requisite FCP (Florida CPTED Practitioner) designation in December 2024, which was granted by the State of Florida Office of Attorney General.
In conclusion, Charles understands the legal process & the pivotal role an expert witness plays in influencing outcomes. He can collaborate with legal teams to develop case strategies, preparing detailed expert reports and delivering objective, fact-based testimony. He is committed to providing insights that are technically sound and legally relevant.
- Alarms
- Apartment/Condominium Security
- Casino & Gaming Industry
- Homeowners Association
- Hotel Security
- Inadequate/Negligent Security
- Parking Lots/Garages
- Premises Liability
- School Security
- Surveillance
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: ASIS - Physical Security Professional (PSP)
Florida Officer of Attorney General - Florida CPTED Practitioner (FCP)
SDVOSB - Service-Connected Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: SIA - Security Industry Association
ASIS - American Society for Industrial Security
Security Specifiers
US CPTED - Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: • GSX, New Orleans, LA (2025)
o Panelists “Taking the Leap, Starting your Entrepreneur Journey as a Security Consultant”
• CONSULT, Denver, CO (2025)
o Moderator “Access Control for Remote Locations”
• The Security Connection Podcast (2025)
o Discussion about CPTED and the Florida Statute 768.0706
• 49 Volts Episode 18 Podcast (2025)
o CPTED Explained: Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
• ACS2025, San Sebastian, Spain (2025)
o Panelists “The Mirage of Consensus: Why Industry Standards Are Both Inevitable & Impossible”
- Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: No - All Clear
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: None
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: N/A
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: Just started my practice
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: • Case Review & Research
• Investigation & On-Site Assessment
• Form an Opinion
• Draft a Case Report
• Sworn Deposition
• Assist Retaining Counsel
• Testify at Trial - Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: Flat Fee Available Upon Request
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: Flat Fee Available Upon Request
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: Flat Fee Available Upon Request
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: Flat Fee Available Upon Request
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: Flat Fee Available Upon Request
Available Upon Request