Forensic Psychology
Criminal Justice · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall and Winter Both, Every Year
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Description
This course examines ways that psychological principles can inform understanding of and practices in the criminal justice system (i.e., law enforcement, courts, corrections). Topics to be covered include: detection of deception, eyewitness testimony, legal decision-making, juries, mental illness in court, risk assessment, psychopathology, and corrections. Research on psychological factors in the criminal justice system and field practices are emphasized.
Requisite courses
CJ-1002 (or the former CJ-1101) and CJ-2114 and CJ-2115 (or the former CJ-2101), or STAT-1302, or PSYC-2101 and PSYC-2102, or SOC-2125 and SOC-2126 [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and PSYC-3470.
Cross-listed
PSYC-3470(3).
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.