Patrick J. McGeehan In The Media
Retired Homicide Detective. Accident Reconstruction Expert. Trial Attorney.
When major criminal investigations, fatal crashes, firearm cases, constitutional issues, and high-profile legal matters make headlines, journalists often seek experienced legal analysis to help explain what may happen next.
Patrick J. McGeehan brings a perspective few attorneys can offer.
Before becoming a lawyer, Patrick spent years as a police officer, field training officer, accident reconstructionist, traffic homicide investigator, police instructor, and homicide detective with the Miami-Dade Police Department. He investigated fatal crashes, DUI-related deaths, homicide cases, police-involved incidents, and other serious criminal investigations before transitioning into the practice of law.
Today, Patrick uses that experience to defend individuals accused of crimes, represent victims injured in serious motor vehicle accidents, and provide legal commentary regarding criminal investigations, law enforcement procedures, accident reconstruction, firearms law, constitutional rights, and the criminal justice system.
His unique combination of investigative and courtroom experience allows him to explain legal issues from a perspective few attorneys can match.
A Career Built On Investigating The Facts
Every case begins with a simple question:
What really happened?
That question guided Patrick’s work as a police officer.
It guided his work as a traffic homicide investigator.
It guided his work as a homicide detective.
And it continues to guide his work as a trial attorney today.
Unlike many legal commentators who understand criminal cases only from a courtroom perspective, Patrick spent years conducting investigations himself.
He has personally:
- Investigated homicide cases
- Reconstructed fatal traffic crashes
- Conducted witness interviews
- Prepared criminal cases for prosecution
- Taught police officers how to investigate crimes
- Testified as an expert witness
- Challenged evidence in court
- Defended clients facing serious criminal allegations
This experience provides practical insight into how investigations actually unfold and how evidence is evaluated in the courtroom.
Why Journalists Seek Patrick’s Legal Analysis
Patrick’s legal commentary is informed by decades of real-world investigative and litigation experience.
His background includes:
- Retired Homicide Detective
- Retired Traffic Homicide Investigator
- Certified Accident Reconstructionist
- Court-Certified Expert Witness
- Police Instructor
- DUI Investigation Instructor
- Radar and Laser Instructor
- Trial Attorney
- Criminal Defense Lawyer
- Personal Injury Lawyer
- NRA Certified Firearms Instructor
This combination of experience allows him to provide informed commentary on both the legal and investigative aspects of a case.
Featured Media Appearances
The Today Show
CNN
Inside Edition
The Katie Couric Show
Miami Daily Business Review
Politico
Analysis Of Alleged Battery Involving Trump Campaign Staff
Patrick McGeehan provided legal analysis regarding allegations involving an alleged physical altercation between a campaign official and a journalist.
His commentary focused on how prosecutors evaluate misdemeanor battery allegations, the role of prosecutorial discretion, and the practical realities of criminal charging decisions involving public figures.
Additional Media Appearances
Daytona Beach News Journal – June 11, 2026
CBS News – Woman Detained In Cuba Now Back In South Florida – July 29, 2014
Miami Herald – Woman accused Mark Walton of attack before he signed with Dolphins. Cops didn’t arrest him – January 3, 2020
NBC 6 South Florida – Woman Claims New Assault Allegation Against Former Dolphins Player: Lawyer – January 3, 2020
Miami New Times – Miami Revenge Porn Victim Holly Jacobs Demands Politicians “Take Issue Seriously” May 2, 2013
Fox News – Revenge porn’ victim devotes life fighting to change nation’s laws – September 12, 2013
Areas Of Legal Commentary
Patrick regularly provides commentary regarding:
Criminal Defense
- Felony prosecutions
- Violent crimes
- Drug trafficking cases
- Firearm offenses
- White collar investigations
- Sex crime allegations
DUI And Vehicular Crimes
- DUI investigations
- DUI manslaughter
- Vehicular homicide
- Fatal crash investigations
- Breath and blood testing
- Traffic homicide investigations
Accident Reconstruction
- Vehicle dynamics
- Speed analysis
- Driver reaction times
- Commercial truck crashes
- Motorcycle accidents
- Wrongful death investigations
Firearms Law
- Gun crimes
- Concealed carry issues
- Firearm possession laws
- Risk Protection Orders
- Second Amendment issues
Police Procedures
- Search warrants
- Traffic stops
- Arrest procedures
- Evidence collection
- Witness interviews
- Police training standards
Constitutional Law
- Search and seizure
- Self-incrimination
- Due process
- Firearm rights
- Civil liberties
Experience In High-Profile Cases
Throughout his career, Patrick has represented clients involved in matters receiving local, regional, and national media attention.
His experience includes matters involving:
- High-profile criminal investigations
- Triple-fatal crash investigations
- DUI manslaughter allegations
- Nationally reported cyberstalking litigation
- Constitutional rights litigation
- Professional athletes
- Public figures
- Serious injury and wrongful death claims
His representations have generated discussion and coverage from television, radio, newspapers, online publications, and social media platforms.
Representative Matters
Patrick’s experience includes matters involving:
- Homicide investigations
- DUI manslaughter cases
- Vehicular homicide cases
- Drug trafficking allegations
- Firearm offenses
- Serious violent crimes
- Fatal motor vehicle crashes
- Catastrophic injury litigation
- Commercial truck accidents
- Wrongful death claims
- Risk Protection Orders
- Constitutional litigation
Every case presents unique facts and legal challenges. Patrick approaches each matter with the same investigative mindset that guided his work as a detective and accident reconstructionist.
Recent Legal Commentary And Insights
Patrick regularly publishes legal analysis regarding:
- Florida criminal defense issues
- DUI investigations
- Fatal crash litigation
- Accident reconstruction
- Firearms law
- Risk Protection Orders
- Constitutional rights
- Search and seizure issues
Readers may also explore articles throughout the website discussing these and other important legal topics.
Media Interview Requests
Patrick J. McGeehan is available for:
- Television interviews
- Radio interviews
- Podcast appearances
- Newspaper interviews
- Online media commentary
- Legal analysis
- Speaking engagements
Topics include:
- Criminal investigations
- DUI cases
- Fatal crashes
- Accident reconstruction
- Firearms law
- Risk Protection Orders
- Constitutional issues
- Police procedures
- Criminal trials
Media Contact Information
Law Offices of Patrick J. McGeehan, P.A.
Daytona Beach, Florida
Phone: 386-882-0440
Email: [email protected]
Trusted Legal Analysis When The Stakes Are High
When a case involves a serious criminal allegation, a fatal crash, a constitutional issue, or a complex investigation, understanding what is happening behind the scenes can be just as important as understanding what appears in a headline.
Patrick J. McGeehan’s career has been built on finding facts, evaluating evidence, and uncovering the truth.
As a retired homicide detective, accident reconstruction expert, and trial attorney, he brings a perspective grounded in decades of real-world investigative and courtroom experience.
That perspective continues to benefit both his clients and the journalists who seek informed legal analysis when important stories develop.
Resources:
Leaving the Scene of an Accident With a Death
Fatal Crash Investigations in Florida