Doug King, Professor of Criminal Justice, Mount Royal University
Doug King is a professor at Mount Royal University in Calgary, where he has taught since 1997. His areas of expertise include Canadian criminal law, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, policing, and restorative justice. Before entering academia, he worked as a research analyst and senior research analyst with the Calgary Police Service. A recipient of multiple teaching and faculty awards, Doug has contributed extensively to curriculum development and supervised over 80 undergraduate honours projects.
He also provides regular media commentary on criminal justice and legal issues. He holds a master’s degree in sociology from the University of Regina and completed doctoral coursework and comprehensive examinations at Columbia University in New York City. His career combines teaching, student mentorship, public education, and service to the broader academic community.