Bibliograph

Advanced introduction to law and psychology, Tom R. Tyler

Type

Label

Advanced introduction to law and psychology, Tom R. Tyler

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Advanced introduction to law and psychology

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1260131962

Responsibility statement

Tom R. Tyler

Series statement

Elgar advanced introductions

Summary

Leading scholar Tom R. Tyler provides a timely and engaging introduction to the field of law and psychology. This Advanced Introduction outlines the main areas of research, their relevance to law and the way that psychological findings have shaped - or failed to shape - the corresponding areas of law. Key features include focus on the relevance of psychological theories to topics in law, emphasis on the institutional realities within which law functions and discussion of the problems of bringing research findings into the legal system. --, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Preface -- Introduction to Law and Psychology -- 1. Overview -- 2. Scientific evidence and experts -- 3. Lineups and eyewitnesses -- 4. Credibility assessment: lie detection, interrogation and confession -- 5. Prejudice, bias and discrimination -- 6. Criminal responsibility -- 7. Sentencing, punishment and rehabilitation -- 8. Risk assessment -- 9. Civil justice -- 10. Legal decision-makers: judges and juries -- 11. Freedom, consent and subjective harm -- 12. Conclusion -- References -- Index

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