The APA Handbook of Forensic Psychology consolidates and advances knowledge about the scientific foundations and practical application of psychology to law, the practice of law, and law-related policy. Drawing upon contemporary psychological research and practice, this Handbook provides a thorough, up-to-date, and far-reaching reference on forensic psychological issues that are important to researchers, practitioners and students in psychology, other social sciences and practice disciplines, and law.

The Handbook is divided into 2 Volumes, each comprised of 3 sections:

Volume 1 (Individual and Situational Influences in Criminal and Civil Contexts)

Forensic Evaluation and Treatment in Criminal Cases
Individual and Situational Predictors of Criminal Behavior
Applications of Forensic Psychology in Civil Cases

Volume 2 (Criminal Investigation, Adjudication, and Sentencing Outcomes)

Victim and Offender Groups
Criminal Investigations and Jury Trials
Sentencing and Incarceration