The credibility of children's testimony is a hotly debated topic in Am erica's courtrooms, universities, and professional organizations. Are children more suggestible than adults, and if so, what are the implica tions for those who work with child witnesses? Using rigorous techniqu es of analysis, the authors examine real-life cases in which children were key witnesses in criminal child abuse trials. Written in lively, accessible language by acknowledged experts in the field, this book wi ll be an invaluable guide for expert witnesses and all those who work with child witnesses, including therapist, social workers, law enforce ment personnel, and lawyers.
The credibility of children's testimony is a hotly debated topic in Am erica's courtrooms, universities, and professional organizations. Are children more suggestible than adults, and if so, what are the implica tions for those who work with child witnesses? Using rigorous techniqu es of analysis, the authors examine real-life cases in which children were key witnesses in criminal child abuse trials. Written in lively, accessible language by acknowledged experts in the field, this book wi ll be an invaluable guide for expert witnesses and all those who work with child witnesses, including therapist, social workers, law enforce ment personnel, and lawyers.
Jeopardy in the Courtroom: A Scientific Analysis of Children's Testimony
336
Jeopardy in the Courtroom: A Scientific Analysis of Children's Testimony
336
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781557986320 |
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| Publisher: | American Psychological Association |
| Publication date: | 01/28/1995 |
| Edition description: | New Edition |
| Pages: | 336 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.90(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.90(d) |