PSY 4441 - PSYCHOLOGY AND LAW

Introduces the role of psychologists in the legal system. Assignments examine and evaluate assumptions made by the legal system about psychological and scientific issues. This approach serves as a framework for considering specific psycho-legal issues. Students study issues pertaining to jury trials, the insanity plea, punishment and sentencing issues, the rights of children, and other important questions.

Prerequisites & Notes: Prerequisites: PSY 11 01 and 49 credit hours completed.

Credits: 3 cr.