Gustavo Guzman

Gustavo Guzman, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at St. Mary's University since July 2023 (previously part-time since 2007). He retired after 30 years as a police executive and now combines academic teaching with consulting for law enforcement agencies. His expertise spans police management, criminal justice ethics, and legal frameworks in criminal justice.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of the Incarnate Word
• M.S., Trinity University
• B.B.A., University of Texas San Antonio

Research & Professional Work: Dr. Guzman advises police agencies on policy development and serves as a subject matter expert in criminal, civil, and police arbitration cases. His interests include leadership training for law enforcement and ethical decision-making in criminal justice systems.

Awards & Honors:

• Master Peace Officer license (Texas)
• Graduate of Police Executive Research Forum PELI
• JFK School of Government Executive Education
• Sam Houston State Command College
• IACP Leadership in Police Organizations

Teaching: Courses include Criminal Justice Administration, Ethics for Criminal Justice, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Issues in Policing.