CRIM 3900 - Social Science and the Legal System 3

Institution:

University of West Georgia

Subject:

Description:

Prerequisite: CRIM 1101 or consent of instructor Critically examines the relationship between the social sciences and the legal system with particular attention to the participation of mental health professionals in the resolution of legal issues. Analyzes select socio-legal controversies that lie at the forefront of this emerging interdisciplinary relationship. Specifi c topics addressed include: the prediction of dangerousness, competency to stand trial, be executed, represent oneself, and refuse treatment, the insanity defense, jury decision-making, eyewitness testimony and accuracy concerns, and the testimony of children in court.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.westga.edu

Phone Number:

(678) 839-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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