Involves the review of legal decisions by higher courts, usually after a lower court has made a decision, to assess the correctness of the decision.
Mental Health Court - Court inclusive for people who experience mental disorders.
The process of selecting jurrors, forensic psychologists offer their expertise through psychological evaluations.
Voir Dire - the process of lawyers deciding who is the best fit for a jury.
Prepetory Challenge - lawyers may reject jurrors they do not see fit.
The pretrial is the period after an arrest but before the trial. This stage is crucial in preparation for a trial. It includes charges being filed, bail decisions being made, and exchanging evidence.
Grand jury - body of citizens that examines the evidence and determines if it is enough to result in indictment.
Initial appearance - held within 24 hours of the arrest, unless offender is in jail, it is rescheduled.
Arrainment - An open ended reading in which the charges are read.
The four trial stages
Appelate Stage
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The Court System
A document bearing the signatures of two parties with vested interests in the case, although they are not direct participants in the trial.
Disposition Stage
When a virdict faces the planitiff. Psychologists may be asked for their opinion.experstise on rehabilitation.
Presentence Investigation (PSI) - A document obtained by the court from a probation officer typically. Includes information about the offender’s family history, background, level of education, substance abuse, criminal history, and medical needs.
Court Types
Civil Court - Legal institution that determines disputes between individuals.
Criminal Court - Legal institution that determines the guilt or innocence of an individual.
