Karen Widman Frost
Bend, OR 97002
Office: 661-607-4324
I joined the Los Angels Police Department in 1994. During my career, I worked a variety of assignments, but found my calling as a detective in 2008. I worked a variety of different investigative assignments like Gangs, Narcotics and Burglary, but found my passion as a Sexual Assault Investigator. The vast majority of my investigative experience was in the areas of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Stalking related Crimes. Because these cases are generally 'one on one' with very little corroboration, they require a comprehensive level of evidence gathering, which often includes a specific skill set in forensic interview and/or interrogation. These cases also require a delicate balance of victim management to either support or potentially un-substantiate the allegations. As a parent of a special needs child, I have also drawn from my personal experience on multiple occasions when I have found myself investigating cases involving developmentally disabled victims. I have completed courses in advanced Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Threat Management Investigations, but the success has been in the results of my investigation and prosecution of thousands of cases within the City of Los Angeles. Prior to my career in law enforcement, I successfully earned by Bachelor's Degree in Communications from California Lutheran University. I have experience working with the media and written for multiple publications over the years.
- Child Abuse
- Sexual Abuse
- Spousal Abuse
- Stalking
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: I worked for the Los Angeles Police Department for 29 years. I was a detective from 2008 until the time my retirement in July 2023. The vast majority of my investigative experience was in the areas of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Stalking Related Crimes. I have successfully investigated and helped prosecute thousands of cases within the City of Los Angeles. I have completed courses in advanced Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence and Threat Management Investigations. I have taken multiple courses in leadership and community policing. Prior to my career in law enforcement, I successfully earned by Bachlor's Degree in Communications from California Lutheran University.
- Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: I am currently involved in several community based organizations within my hometown. I spend my free time advocating for special needs students, parental rights and mentoring young women in traditionally male career paths.
- Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: During my career with the Los Angeles Police Department I worked at Continuing Education Division,(CED) a section of Training Division which focused on the ongoing training needs of existing employees within the Department. I was also on the Western Regional Training Center (WRTC), where I was recognized as a Master Instructor. During my time and with the WRTC I presented training seminars across the state of CA, Tennessee an internationally in Canada and Japan.
- Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: Never
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: I retired from law enforcement this year. During my time with the LAPD I was recognized as an expert is several areas, including Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, other types of family violence, stalking and robbery.
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: I have been deposed on several dozen cases over the years.
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: My last deposition was prior to my retirement in 2023.
- Q: On how many occasions have you been qualified by a court to give expert testimony?
- A: I have testified on hundreds, or possibly even thousands of cases over my 29 year career. I was a detective from 2008 until the time of my retirement in 2023. As the court designated Investigative Officer I was consistently recognized for my ability to provide expert testimony on specific cases.
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