He previously served as Director of Law Enforcement for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources from 2006 to 2010.

[2] Crider ran for the Republican nomination for Indiana's 6th congressional district in 2018,[3] but he dropped out in December 2017.

[5] Crider has introduced legislation to regulate ownership of large predatory animals multiple times.

[7] He was also awarded a 2021 Conservation Champion Award from the Indiana Wildlife Federation for his "efforts at the statehouse to keep our parks and outdoor recreation areas accessible for all Hoosiers.

"[8] Source:[5] Crider is married to his wife Sherri and has two children and six grandchildren.