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Harvey Pettry

Tuscola,IL

Summary

Accomplished Special Agent with extensive experience at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, specializing in coordinating multi-jurisdictional investigations and leading high-stakes criminal cases. Expert in witness interrogations and sensitive information handling, demonstrating exceptional law enforcement practices and results. Proven track record in enhancing investigative techniques and collaboration, significantly contributing to national security and justice.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
04.2011 - Current
  • Currently serving as the Coordinator for Applicants/Recruiting, National Academy, and Training.
  • Conduct background investigations, Personal Security Interviews, and use of BEAST.
  • Coordinated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional investigations.
  • Prepared reports, kept investigation records, and maintained all case-related paperwork.

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
02.2008 - 04.2011
  • Oversaw criminal cases, coordinated investigations, and prepared evidence and investigators for court cases.
  • Prepared case reports from allegations, transcripts of interviews, and physical evidence.
  • Conducted organized crime investigations, targeting groups such as La Costra Nostra.
  • Utilized investigations making use of confidential human sources and surveillance

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
11.2004 - 02.2008
  • Followed constitutional standards to properly obtain and execute warrants for arrests and searches.
  • Conducted white collar investigations, including health care and wire/mail fraud.
  • Utilized Grand Jury and undercover investigations.

Assistant States Attorney

Effingham County States Attorney
03.2001 - 06.2004
  • Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
  • Conducted hearings to include probable cause, motion hearings, and jury trials.
  • Assisted in drafting search and arrest warrants.

Education

J.D. - Law

Southern Illinois School of Law
Carbondale, Illinois
06.2000

Bachelor of Arts -

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
05.1996

Skills

  • Witness interrogations and interviews
  • Federal statutes
  • Sensitive information handling
  • Law enforcement practices

Certification

Illinois Bar, 2000

Timeline

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
04.2011 - Current

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
02.2008 - 04.2011

Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
11.2004 - 02.2008

Assistant States Attorney

Effingham County States Attorney
03.2001 - 06.2004

J.D. - Law

Southern Illinois School of Law

Bachelor of Arts -

Eastern Illinois University
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