1 to 3 units

• demonstrate understanding of the reciprocal relationship between psychology and law.
• demonstrate understanding of how psychology affects the law, the legal system, and legal actors (e.g., jurors, police officers).
• demonstrate understanding of how the legal system affects psychology in return (e.g., how laws affect behavior).
• explain the use of psychological concepts, methods, and research results in law.
• explain the basic dilemmas that persist in the legal system and the ethical, moral, legal, and “gray areas” of the law.
• demonstrate understanding of how psychology plays a part in influencing legal decisions, policies, and practices.