PSYC 347(S) Psychology and the Law
This course deals with applications of psychology to the legal system. Relevant psychological theory and research address the following controversies: scientific jury selection, jury decision-making, eyewitness testimony, child witnesses in abuse cases, hypnosis, lie-detector tests, interrogations and confessions, the insanity defense, and the role of psychologists as trial consultants and expert witnesses. Observations are made of videotaped trials, demonstrations, and mock jury deliberations. Students conduct original research in the area. No knowledge of the law is necessary. Requirements: two hour exams and a written/oral report of research. Prerequisite: Psychology 242. Empirical Project