Forensic evaluation

Forensic evaluation is an important component in the work of the forensic psychologist, usually working as part of a team of investigators gathering and evaluating evidence before submitting it to the legal process.

In terms of forensic psychology and forensic psychiatry a portion of the work is with mentally ill offenders, assessing their competency to stand trial and considering their suitability for an insanity defence.

Psychologists also expert witnesses, conducting psychological assessments, developing psychodiagnoses and providing psychological reports to the court and contributing expert testimony as required..