PSY 411: Psychology and the Law - fall

Prerequisite: Psychology 101, 205, Research Methods (PSY 39x course), Psychology major in good standing (GPA 2.5+).

Introduction to psychology and the law covering the professional practice of forensic psychology; case law and legal standards; research, and case examples. Topics include ethics, criminal and civil competencies, the insanity defense, risk assessment, involuntary commitment, expert and eyewitness testimony, jury selection, child custody, juvenile justice, problem solving courts, treatment of offenders, restorative justice, and police psychology.

Class#SctTypeSeatsUnits
12622 01 Lecture 30 3.00
Days Start End Location
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 12:30 PM EST 1:45 PM EST Liberal Arts 201A
Instructor: Raina Lamade Class status:
Prerequisite: Psychology 101, 205, Research Methods (PSY 39x course), Psychology major in good standing (GPA 2.5+).
Enrollment Section
Class instruction mode: In Person