Review:
Legal Psychology
overall review score: 4.2
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Legal psychology is the study of how psychology intersects with law and the legal system. It involves applying psychological principles to legal issues, understanding behavior in legal contexts, and providing expert testimony in court cases.
Key Features
- Forensic assessment
- Eyewitness memory
- Jury decision-making
- Mental health law
- Criminal profiling
Pros
- Helps in understanding human behavior within the legal system
- Contributes to fairer legal processes and outcomes
- Assists in forensic investigations and criminal profiling
Cons
- Ethical considerations in using psychological findings in legal contexts
- Potential biases in expert testimonies