Legal psychologists' assessments can have a major impact on the fact finder's evaluation of
evidence and, consequently, perceptions of guilt. Yet, in the few studies about legal …

This special issue addresses a major gap in the literature by providing comprehensive,
credible reviews of the psychometric evidence for and legal status of some of the most …

Report writing remains a core competency of forensic psychologists. The overarching
purpose of a forensic psychological report is to apply psychological knowledge and …

Background Forensic psychiatric reports have a profound impact on the life of a defendant,
on society and on the mental health system. Good-quality reports are essential but are often …

Introduction Violent extremism risk assessments of individuals suspected or convicted of
terrorism are relevant for legal decisions, in prison and probation settings, and in inter …

Psychologists who work as therapists or administrators, or who engage in forensic practice
in criminal justice settings, find it daunting to transition into practice in civil cases involving …

Flawed forensic psychological reports can create unfortunate, sometimes harmful,
consequences, including (a) misinforming and misleading judges and juries;(b) blocking …

An online survey of 710 Australian practitioners working in child and family law investigated
their views on the best interests of the child (BIC) criteria enumerated in s60CC of the Family …

The construction of a written forensic report is a core component of forensic practice,
demonstrating the evaluator's skill in conducting the evaluation and in communicating …

Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) and psychopathy are constructs that are associated
with ideas of dangerousness and criminality. ASPD is a recognised mental disorder, listed in …