This unit explores the intersection of psychology and the law, specifically as psychology is applied within justice agencies and various jurisdictions including criminal and family law. Topics include the role of psychologists in the family and criminal justice systems, victimology, sexual and other violent offending, eyewitness testimony/identification and juror decision-making, child witnesses, psychology of law enforcement (including investigative psychology), therapeutic jurisprudence and forensic mental health. -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Jill Howieson
Prerequisites: LAWS1111 Law, Conflict and Change (formerly LAWS1111 Legal Systems)
