Publisher's Synopsis
WRIGHTMANÔÇÖS PSYCHOLOGY AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM shows you the critical importance of psychologyÔÇÖs concepts and methods to the functioning of many aspects of todayÔÇÖs legal system. Featuring topics such as competence to stand trial, the insanity defense, expert forensic testimony, analysis of eye witness identification, criminal profiling, and many others, this best-selling book gives you a comprehensive overview of psychologyÔÇÖs contributions to the legal system, and the many roles available to trained psychologists within the system.
