Craig Ferrell

Craig Ferrell is an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Criminal Justice program at Houston Christian University (HCU). Prior to academia, he served over 30 years in the Houston Police Department (HPD), including 20 years on the Command Staff, and worked as General Counsel for the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCC). His expertise spans law enforcement leadership, legal proceedings, and criminal justice education.

• Doctor of Jurisprudence, University of Houston Law Center
• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, University of Houston

Ferrell’s research focuses on legal and ethical challenges in law enforcement. His work explores digital privacy, immigration enforcement, constitutional rights, and the use of video evidence in policing. He addresses critical issues like civil rights litigation, employment law, and procedural justice.

His publications highlight trends in law enforcement ethics, immigration policy, and technological integration in policing. Key themes include constitutional law, criminal procedure, and public policy development. Ferrell has contributed extensively to peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings on these topics.

Courses taught include American Government, Criminal Justice, Legal Aspects of Criminal Justice, Ethics in Crime, and Internships in Political Science. He emphasizes interactive teaching, leveraging his practical experience to engage students in real-world legal and ethical dilemmas.