Criminal Court

Forensic evaluations in criminal court involve the assessment of individuals to provide relevant information to the legal system. These evaluations are typically conducted by forensic psychologists or psychiatrists and cover a range of issues.

Forensic evaluations typically involve a thorough review of medical, psychological, and criminal records, interviews with the defendant, psychological testing, and sometimes collateral interviews with family members or other relevant individuals. The findings are then compiled into a comprehensive report and may be presented in court through expert testimony.

Family Court

Family court forensic evaluations are conducted to provide the court with insights and recommendations on various issues related to family dynamics, parenting, and child welfare.These evaluations are usually performed by forensic psychologists or psychiatrists with expertise in family matters.

The evaluation process usually involves interviews with parents, children, and sometimes extended family members or other significant individuals. It also includes psychological testing,home visits, and review of relevant documents such as medical records, school reports, and previous court documents. The evaluator then provides a detailed report to the court, including findings and recommendations that prioritize the child's best interests. This report may be presented as testimony during court proceedings.