Commitment to Expert Forensic Consulting
Don Hayden, sole proprietor of DAH Forensic Consulting LLC, is dedicated to delivering outstanding expertise in the specialized areas of child abuse, evidence and interview analysis, and homicide investigations. Guided by a strong commitment to justice and thoroughness, he strives to uncover every detail and make a significant impact in every case he handles.
Donald A. Hayden, M.F.S. | Forensic Consultant & Master Instructor
“Veritas per Vigilantiam — Truth through Vigilance.”
With 42 years of law enforcement experience—including 29 years as a US Army CID Special Agent and 10 years as a sheriff’s detective—Don Hayden specializes in analyzing complex cases involving child abuse, child fatalities, and homicides. He offers objective, evidence-driven consulting to support defense teams, prosecutors, and agencies in high-stakes litigation.
Education & Credentials
- Master of Forensic Sciences (M.F.S.) – The George Washington University
- US Army Master Instructor & POST-Certified Instructor
Core Focus & Expertise
- Forensic Interview Evaluation: Assesses child interview methodology, protocol adherence, and evidentiary integrity to ensure reliable, unbiased findings.
- Published Author & National Instructor: Author of authoritative texts including Child Abuse Investigations: From Dispatch to Disposition (2nd Ed.) and Crime Scene Processing Workbook.
- Complex Case Scrutiny: Leverages 28+ years specializing in child physical/sexual abuse and fatality investigations to deliver methodical case file analysis.
Donald A. Hayden, M.F.S.
Lead Forensic Consultant
573-433-5525
don@dahforensicconsulting.com