Roesch, Ronald, 1947-

Forensic psychology and law Ronald Roesch, Patricia A. Zapf, Stephen D. Hart. - 1 online resource (ix, 368 pages) : illustrations ;

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Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Introduction to psychology and law: civil and criminal applications -- Forensic assessment in criminal domains -- Civil forensic assessment -- Forensic treatment -- Eyewitness identification -- Police investigations, interrogations, and confessions -- Juries and legal decision making -- Juveniles in the legal system -- Police psychology -- Correctional psychology -- Psychology, law, and public policy -- Ethics and professional issues.

"In this volume, three noted experts have managed to capture the basic elements of forensic psychology. It is clearly written, well organized, and provides real world examples to hold the interest of any reader. While clarifying complex issues, the authors also present a very balanced discussion of a number of the most hotly debated topics." —Mary Alice Conroy, PhD, ABPP, Psychological Services Center, Sam Houston State University

9780470570371 (electronic bk.) 0470570377 (electronic bk.)


Forensic psychology.
Criminal psychology.
Law--Psychological aspects.


Electronic books.

RA1148 / .R635 2010

614/.15