Criminal Proceedings

INTRODUCTION

In this discussion, you will explore a case study of a well-known criminal offender and prepare for an assignment based on the same offender in the next unit. You may select a case from the following high-profile individuals:

• Susan Smith.
• Jeffrey Dahmer.-CHOSEN CASE STUDY
• Andrea Yates.

All three used the insanity defense. Choose the offender you want to focus on and read the articles provided . Include the name of the offender you have chosen to discuss in your subject line of your main post.

INSTRUCTIONS

Research your selected case. In your main post:

• Describe briefly the charges against the individual.
• Discuss the psychological theories relevant to the case. For example, are there biological, developmental, or environmental factors that could be applied to his or her criminal behavior?
• Describe how psychological assessments or evaluations were used in the criminal proceedings.

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