Sex offender legislation in the United States: What do we know?
Article Abstract:
The present trends in sex offender legislation and the impact these policies can have on sex offender recidivism and treatment is discussed. However, there is very little empirical evidence suggesting that the laws are effective in preventing future recidivism.
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: International Journal of Offender Therapy & Comparative Criminology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0306-624X
Year: 2007
Psychological aspects, Analysis, Sex offenders, Recidivism
Publication Name: International Journal of Offender Therapy & Comparative Criminology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0306-624X
Year: 2007
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Wrapped in silence: psychotherapists and confidentiality in the courtroom
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The authors examine the impact of Australia's Psychotherapy Act on testimony in the courtroom. Topics include confidentiality, professional liability, and Australian civil and criminal law.
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: International Journal of Offender Therapy & Comparative Criminology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0306-624X
Year: 2000
Statistical Data Included, Research, Australia, Laws, regulations and rules, Criminology, Confidential communications, Psychotherapists, Third parties (Law)
Publication Name: International Journal of Offender Therapy & Comparative Criminology
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0306-624X
Year: 2000
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