PSY 1410 - PSYCHOLOGY AND LAW

Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This class is designed to explore the relationship between psychology and the legal system. The class will focus on current trends and research associated with four main topics: 1) the role of psychology in the trial process, 2) the role of psychology in forensic assessments and treatment, 3) the role of psychology in the civil law, and 4) professional issues in the law-psychology field. Issues discussed will include expert testimony, eye-witness memory and testimony, child-witness testimony, death penalty, jury decision making, risk assessment, competence, insanity, employment and discrimination, child custody, training, and ethics.
Academic Career: Undergraduate
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: LG/SNC Elective Basis
Course Requirements: Prerequisite: PSY 0101, PSY 0206, 3 Credits of PSY electives, and junior standing

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