CRJS 325 Forensic Psychology
This course examines the interface between psychology and the law. Basic definitions of psychology and law are reviewed, as well as the history of the relationship between law and psychology. Topics include juries and jury selection, accuracy and validity of witness statements, memory and testimony, forensic assessment and intervention of criminal behavior, violence prediction, and custody evaluations. Ethical and Christian worldview considerations in the field of forensic psychology are also discussed.
Prerequisite
PSYC 101 or CRJS 203
Offered
Spring semester