Officer Thomas has been a Police Officer for the past 28 years, focusing on impaired driving, serious injury, and fatal collision investigations. A Washington State Drug Recognition Expert for 25 years, Officer Thomas has worked with individuals who have struggled with Substance Use Disorder, and in the Spokane Municipal DUI Therapeutic and Accountability Court. He is currently a DUI Officer, Drug Recognition Expert and Motor Officer assigned to the Spokane Police Department Traffic Unit. In addition, he is a D.R.E. Region-4 coordinator, D.R.E. instructor, and currently holds a position on the Washington State Traffic Safety Commissions D.R.E. Advisory Board.

