Human Behavior & Judiciary CRJ-554

What is the role of the forensic psychologist in sentencing in capital cases? Juries typically must weigh the aggravating and mitigating circumstances surrounding a capital crime. What role does the forensic psychologist play? Include in your response examples of mitigating and aggravating circumstances. It is also important to consider the potential ethical conflicts this role may present.

Your initial posting must be no less than 200 words and is due no later than Wednesday 11:59 PM EST/EDT