As a result of this course students will study the following distinct concepts and demonstrate knowledge of the interface between psychology and the legal system:  1).   Explain how crime is defined and measured and describe the different theories that may help explain crime; 2).  Identify the different perspectives of human nature that underlie the theoretical development and research of criminal behaviour; 3).  Recognize the historical contributions psychological science has made to the legal system; 4).  Demonstrate an understanding of psychological research on relevant legal topics (e.g. assessment of risk among criminal offenders and re-offenders, etc.); 5).  Researching and analyzing legal authorities (case law, statutes, regulations) to identify relevant psycho-legal constructs; 6).  Discuss the prevalence of mental illness and psychopathology in incarcerated populations. 7).  Define risk assessment and identify the various measurements of criminal and delinquent behaviour; 8).  Summarize the effects of substance and alcohol abuse on crime and delinquency; 9).  Discuss issues of culture, race, and gender as they impact law and psychology; 10).  Formulate an understanding of violence utilizing evidence from biological, evolutionary, social and developmental domains; 11).  Identify the elements involved in stalking and separate the crime from normal relationship behaviours; 12).  Identify the elements involved in the insanity plea and distinguish those issues from competency to stand trial; and 13).  Review sentencing, prison, probation, parole, and rehabilitation.