PSYC321 Psychology and Law

Psychological principles drawn from sub-disciplines (e.g., social, clinical, cognitive) in terms of their relevance and application to the legal system. Topics will include forensic psychologists' roles, problems in the field, techniques of criminal investigation; insanity and competency; dangerousness/risk assessment; eyewitness identification; interrogations and confessions, and child sexual abuse. (Prerequisites: C or better in PSYC100 and junior or senior standing).