Karl was a cop for 14 years, working custody, patrol, court services, warrant detail and as a Detective working surveillance. Outside of his law enforcement career Karl worked as a Surgical Technician and is a Nationally Certified and Los Angeles County licensed Emergency Medical Technician. Karl began his career as a Technical Advisor while still on the Department. He received a phone call from Law and Order:SVU asking for information on how one would track a suspect using cell tower information.
Peace Officer for large department in Southern California over fourteen years. Areas worked: custody, patrol, court services, warrant detail, detective surveillance. Medical experience as a Surgical Technician, and is a licensed Emergency Medical Technician.
Is married to actress Kerry OMalley.