This week we move to the court room and take a look at how behavioral and psychological issues can impact the outcome of trials through a variety of ways including expert witnesses and trail consultants. We will also investigate risk of harming self or others and the issues that impact our ability to determine who might be at the most risk.
Assignment: Can we really assess a person’s risk of harming themselves or others?
Respond to the stated question, including any relevance to and implications on the field of criminal justice. Be sure to discuss the issue(s) to which the question pertains. Remarks can include your opinion(s), but must be based on experience, research, and/or prior learning. Use this exercise to foster a rich dialogue with your colleagues about issues that are important to the field of criminal justice. If you use outside sources, be sure to cite and Reference in APA format. At least 500 words.