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Michael Hardin

Layton,UT

Summary

Seasoned Detective with decorated career in law enforcement dedicated to solving criminal cases. Hardworking and conscientious with high integrity and good clear rates. Skillfully obtain evidence and statements with both modern and traditional policing techniques. Knowledgeable in search and seizure procedures, interrogation techniques and investigative tactics. Committed to maintaining order and public safety and responding to emergencies to protect people and property. Skilled Private Investigator with background in complex case management, covert surveillance and evidence collection. Strengths lie in analytical thinking, confidentiality maintenance, and integrity. Demonstrated success in conducting comprehensive investigations, ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining high ethical standards. Previous work resulted in effective resolution of cases through diligent research and strategic planning.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Investigator

Self-employed
Layton, UT
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed investigative strategies based on case information.
  • Reviewed police reports and conducted background checks.
  • Collected intelligence from public records and sources in the field.
  • Compiled detailed written reports of investigation findings for clients.
  • Assisted lawyers with trial preparation by providing expert testimony in court proceedings.
  • Interacted with law enforcement personnel to coordinate efforts on ongoing cases.

Real Estate Agent / Investor

RealtyPath / Self
Centerville, UT
04.2007 - Current
  • Licensed Real Estate agent in the State of Utah.
  • Managed real estate transactions from initiation to closing.
  • Promoted property sales through advertisements, open houses and participation in multiple listing services.
  • Acquired new customers, counseled clients and identified purchasing needs to deliver relevant real estate investments.
  • Conferred with escrow companies, lenders and home inspectors to expedite transactions and home buying process.
  • Acquired various properties to renovate and resell while enhancing the community.
  • Acquire land or existing properties to develop into residential developments while working with city government officials during this process.

Detective

Salt Lake City Police Department
Salt Lake City, UT
Sep1997 - Dec2017
  • Started my career in patrol as an officer in Sep 1997, worked various shift assignments, mostly 3rd watch.
  • While on patrol, I worked an assignment with the SWAT team. Conducting various OPS with single or multiple jurisdictions. Hundreds of hours on various SWAT related training.
  • In 2003, I was assigned to Detectives, which I remained in the Detective Unit until my retirement in Dec 2017.
  • I have worked the following assignments in Detectives: Burglary/Theft (2 years), Robbery (2 years), Sex Crimes (3 years) and Homicide/Cold Cases (5 years).
  • During my career, I have gained endless amounts of training and knowledge regarding the full spectrum of the law enforcement world. I have attended thousands of hours of training, to include: special weapons, vehicle operations, criminal investigations, interview & interrogations, search warrants, cell phone tracking/triangulation, ground tactics, SWAT, homicide, robbery, cold cases, officer involved shooting, sex crimes, and more.
  • I have been awarded many accolades and meritorious medals throughout career, as well as Officer of the Year 2012 for solving a 1986 cold case.

Education

Securities - Financial Planning

Kaplan Career Institute - Boston
Boston, MA
06.2017

Real Estate Development - Real Estate

Stringham Real Estate
Murray, UT
12.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT

Skills

  • Analyzing Details
  • Missing Persons Investigations
  • Criminal Law Knowledge
  • Firearms Knowledge
  • Conducting Investigations
  • Testifying Skills
  • Locating Individuals
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Interviewing Witnesses
  • Undercover Experience
  • Crime Scene Investigations
  • Homicide Investigations
  • Interrogation Skills
  • Interviewing Skills
  • Background Investigator
  • Crime Solving

Accomplishments

Detective

  • Promoted from Patrol to Detective, in a relatively short amount of time with a police department of 400+ officers.
  • Promoted within the Detective Unit: Burglary/Theft to Robbery, Robbery to Sex Crimes (adult & children), Sex Crimes to Homicide.
  • I have solved or assisted in some of the most difficult homicides and cold cases that Salt Lake City police has experienced.
  • 2012 Officer of the Year award.

Real Estate Agent / Investor

  • Maintained real estate license for 15 years.
  • Created many homes and raw land into beautiful spaces to enjoy.
  • Very creative in remodeling of homes and best use of land.
  • Sold millions+ of real estate throughout career.

Timeline

Private Investigator

Self-employed
03.2023 - Current

Real Estate Agent / Investor

RealtyPath / Self
04.2007 - Current

Detective

Salt Lake City Police Department
Sep1997 - Dec2017

Securities - Financial Planning

Kaplan Career Institute - Boston

Real Estate Development - Real Estate

Stringham Real Estate

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Salt Lake Community College

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