Stan B Walters –
The Lie Guy®
International Expert in Interview & Interrogation Techniques
“What happens in the interview room
echoes in the courtroom.”™
With over 40 years of investigative experience and more than 50,000 instructional hours, Stan B. Walters is internationally recognized as The Lie Guy® — a leading expert in ethical, evidence-based interview and interrogation techniques. He has trained thousands of professionals across law enforcement, military, intelligence, and fire investigation agencies in the U.S. and around the world.
Elevating Interview Standards for Over Four Decades
Stan specializes in the evaluation and application of behavioral interviewing methods grounded in science, psychology, and operational experience. With over 1,500 documented interviews across 40 U.S. correctional institutions (including Ft. Leavenworth and Changi Prison, Singapore), his career reflects a rare blend of research and real-world results.
He has trained personnel in 40 U.S. states and internationally in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the Netherlands, and the UAE.
Trusted by Global Agencies
Stan has delivered instruction to law enforcement, intelligence, and military professionals across a global spectrum. His client base includes federal agencies, elite military units, and international security organizations committed to professionalizing their investigative standards.
- FBI
- DEA
- U.S. Secret Service
- Texas Rangers
- ATF
- State & Local Fire Marshals
- Administrative Office of the US Courts
- NYPD
- New York State FIre Academy
- Numerous State and Local Police Academies
- Singapore Police Force
- National Security Agency
- US Army 1st, 3rd, 4th & 25 Infantry
- Defense Criminal Investigative Service
- US Air Force -Office of Special Investgations
- US Air Force S.E.R.E.
- US Army CID & Military Police School
- NASA - Office of The Inspector General
- US Postal Inspection Service
- US Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration
- Dubai U.A.E. - State Security
- International Association of Arson Investigators
Tactical Training in High-Threat Environments
Stan’s instruction has supported counterintelligence and field operations during the Gulf War and other high-stakes deployments. He has delivered advanced behavioral training to military and security personnel preparing for real-world operations in hostile environments.
As a certified Level 5 instructor with the U.S. Krav Maga Association, Stan holds a 1st Degree Black Belt (2nd Degree pending) He has worked with ThreatEvents.com assisting in decision-making, threat recognition, and survival strategies through programs such as A.L.E.R.T. (Ambush & Lethal Environment Recognition Training) and H.E.A.T. (Hostile Environment Awareness Training).
Academic Background
- M.S., Criminal Justice Administration – Eastern Kentucky University
- B.S., Sociology (Deviant Behavior) – University of Louisville
Research, Publications & Media Contributions
Stan has contributed extensively to the professional development of investigative interviewing through published works, research, and instructional content adopted by agencies and institutions worldwide.
- Principles of Kinesic Interview & Interrogation – Foundational textbook on behavioral interviewing.
- The Truth About Lying: How to Spot a Lie and Protect Yourself From Deception – General audience guide to spotting deception.
- Co-author of 3 peer-reviewed papers on deception detection (presented to the American Psychological Association)
- Co-developer of the FBI Training Academy’s first interactive DVD course on interview and interrogation
- Creator of The Lie Guy® YouTube Channel – 50,000+ views on professional interviewing content
Expert Services
Stan provides expert consultation and litigation support for legal teams, investigative agencies, and professional organizations. His services help ensure the reliability, legality, and ethical soundness of interview and interrogation practices.
- Expert reports and affidavits
- Forensic review of interviews (audio, video, transcript)
- Testimony on interview reliability, suggestibility, and voluntariness
- Trial preparation and cross-examination strategy
- Evaluation of investigative training standards and interview protocols
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