Law, Psychology, and Justice

Law, Psychology, and Justice
Author: Christopher R. Williams
Publisher: SUNY Press
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2002-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780791451830

A provocative critique of the relationship between the legal system and psychology that uses chaos theory to offer a more humane alternative.

Psychology and Law

Psychology and Law
Author: Andreas Kapardis
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2003
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9780521531610

This book is the authoritative work for students and professionals in psychology and law.

Forensic and Legal Psychology

Forensic and Legal Psychology
Author: Mark Costanzo
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 492
Release: 2010-12-24
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1429205784

Using research in clinical, cognitive, developmental, and social psychology, Forensic and Legal Psychology shows how psychological science can enhance the gathering and presentation of evidence, improve legal decision-making, prevent crime, rehabilitate criminals, and promote justice. Although the emphasis is on psychological research, the textbook makes extensive use of actual cases and real trials to engage students and to illustrate the relevance of research findings. Written in a clear, student-friendly style, Forensic and Legal Psychology is designed for both the psychology and law AND forensic psychology class. Visit the preview site for more information: www.worthpublishers.com/costanzokrausspreview

Applying Psychology to Criminal Justice

Applying Psychology to Criminal Justice
Author: David Carson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2007-08-20
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 9780470059623

Few things should go together better than psychology and law - and few things are getting together less successfully. Edited by four psychologists and a lawyer, and drawing on contributions from Europe, the USA and Australia, Applying Psychology to Criminal Justice argues that psychology should be applied more widely within the criminal justice system. Contributors develop the case for successfully applying psychology to justice by providing a rich range of applicable examples for development now and in the future. Readers are encouraged to challenge the limited ambition and imagination of psychology and law by examining how insights in areas such as offender cognition and decision-making under pressure might inform future investigation and analysis.

Forensic Psychology

Forensic Psychology
Author: Graham M. Davies
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 793
Release: 2017-08-30
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1119106656

Introduces forensic psychology to students and professionals who want to better understand psychology’s expanding influence on the study of law, crime and criminality Forensic psychology is a constantly growing discipline, both in terms of student interest and as a profession for graduates. This book highlights the often sizeable gap between media myths surrounding forensic practice and reality. Editors Graham Davies and Anthony Beech present an exciting and broad range of topics within the field, including detailed treatments of the causes of crime, investigative methods, the trial process, and interventions with different types of offenders and offences. Forensic Psychology: Crime, Justice, Law, Interventions, Third Edition covers every aspect of forensic psychology—from understanding criminal behaviour, to applying psychological theory to criminal investigation, analysing the legal process and the treatment of witnesses and offenders. Each chapter has been thoroughly revised and updated with the latest findings. The book also includes two entirely new chapters—one on psychopathy and crime, the other on female offenders. Drawing on a wealth of experience from leading researchers and practitioners, this new edition will interest and enthuse today’s generation of students. All chapters thoroughly revised and updated Features two brand new chapters Supplemented by additional online resource materials, including related links, multiple choice questions, and PowerPoint slides Authored by a wide-range of experienced forensic psychology professionals Forensic Psychology, Third Edition is essential reading for undergraduates’ first encounter with the subject area and is an excellent introduction for more specialised postgraduate courses.

Psychology and Law

Psychology and Law
Author: Neil Brewer
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 529
Release: 2017-02-13
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 1462532349

From the initial investigation of a crime to the sentencing of an offender, many everyday practices within the criminal justice system involve complex psychological processes. This volume analyzes the processes involved in such tasks as interviewing witnesses, detecting deception, and eliciting eyewitness reports and identification from adults and children. Factors that influence decision making by jurors and judges are examined as well. Throughout, findings from experimental research are translated into clear recommendations for improving the quality of evidence and the fairness of investigative and legal proceedings. The book also addresses salient methodological questions and identifies key directions for future investigation.

Psychology, Law, and Criminal Justice

Psychology, Law, and Criminal Justice
Author: Graham Davies
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter
Total Pages: 636
Release: 1996
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9783110138580

Sixty-three proceedings papers from researchers in Europe, North America, and Australasia, assess the psychological implications of legal systems and prisons. The presentations review factors involving eyewitness testimony credibility and misinformation, techniques in suspect and victim interviewing

Current Perspectives in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice

Current Perspectives in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice
Author: Curt R. Bartol
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2006
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781412925907

Current Perspectives in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice is a dynamic reader that provides cutting-edge research in police and correctional psychology, the psychology of crime and victimization, and psychology as applied to criminal and civil courts. Addressing key topics in each of three major course areas—criminal behavior, forensic psychology, and psychology and law—the book highlights how forensic psychology has contributed to the understanding of criminal behavior and crime prevention. Editors Curt R. Bartol and Anne M. Bartol have assembled published journal articles, as well as commentaries written specifically for this book by forensics experts, to provide an overview of the wide array of prevalent theories in this field.