PSYC 354 - Psychology and the Law

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

Exploration of ways in which the fields of psychology and law interact in contemporary society. Topics include the insanity defense, civil commitment, eyewitness testimony, the psychology of the jury, use of the polygraph (lie detector), psychological testing and the law, and legal issues related to confidentiality. Prerequisites: PSYC 101 and at least one other 4- semester hour course in psychology.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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