Psychology in the Courts

Book Overview

This book provides a useful overview of the latest research into the interaction between psychology and the courts. Leading scholars and practitioners review recent research and practice in a number of principal areas: * adolescents in the legal system * the role of juries * competency to stand trial * conditional release * eyewitness evidence and testimony * the role of the victims.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415654009
• ISBN13: 9780415654005
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.6" x 9.6"