Forensic Assessments in Criminal and Civil Law : A Handbook for Lawyers
ISBN: 9780199766857 | 0199766851
Edition: 1stFormat: Hardcover
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Pub. Date: 12/1/2012
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While the vast majority of criminal and civil lawyers must at some time come into contact with a forensic mental health evaluation, either when requested by their side or by opposing counsel, most do not know enough about the practice to be informed consumers. Forensic assessments can vary widely based on the assessor's personal preferences, and while there are clearly defined "best practices" for most evaluations, there is no official process by which legal professionals can guarantee these practices are being followed. Designed to meet the sp... MORE
| Preface | |
| About the Contributors | |
| Foundations of Forensic Mental Health Assessment | |
| Criminal | |
| Evaluation of Competence to Stand Trial in Adults | |
| Evaluation of Criminal Responsibility | |
| Evaluation of Capacity to Waive Miranda Rights | |
| Evaluation of Sex Offenders | |
| Evaluation of Violence Risk in Adults | |
| Evaluation ... MORE | |
| Evaluation for Capital Sentencing | |
| Evaluation for Eyewitness Identification | |
| Civil | |
| Evaluation for Guardianship | |
| Evaluation for Personal Injury Claims | |
| Evaluation for Civil Commitment | |
| Evaluation for Harassment and Discrimination Claims | |
| Evaluation of Workplace Disability | |
| Juvenile and Family | |
| Evaluation for Child Custody | |
| Evaluation of Competence to Stand Trial in Juveniles | |
| Evaluation of Juveniles' Risks and Needs | |
| Evaluation for Disposition and Transfer of Juvenile Offenders | |
| Evaluation of Parenting Capacity in Child Protection Matters | |
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