Criminal Forensic Evaluations
Criminal forensic evaluations involve assessing an individual’s mental health in relation to their involvement in criminal proceedings. Our evaluations seek to help individuals as well as courts and legal professionals make informed decisions regarding matters such as sentencing and treatment. They determine an individual’s psychological state during or after the alleged offense and provide essential insights for courts to make informed legal decisions.
Types of Criminal Forensic Evaluations
List of Services
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Competency to Stand TrialList Item 1
This evaluation determines if an individual has the mental capacity to understand the legal proceedings and assist in their defense.
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Criminal ResponsibilityList Item 2
Also known as an insanity defense evaluation, this assessment determines whether an individual was mentally capable of understanding their actions or distinguishing right from wrong at the time of the alleged crime.
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Jail Diversion/Specialty Court EvaluationsList Item 3
These assessments determine eligibility for alternative sentencing programs, such as mental health or drug courts, which offer treatment instead of incarceration for individuals with specific needs.
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Sell vs. US EvaluationsList Item 4
These evaluations assess whether an individual can be forcibly medicated to restore competency to stand trial, in accordance with the criteria established by the Sell v. US case.
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Mitigation Evaluations
These evaluations aim to identify mental health factors or life circumstances that may lessen the severity of punishment in sentencing, particularly in capital cases or cases with serious charges.