Criminal Responsibility Evaluations

We conduct thorough Criminal Responsibility Evaluations to determine an individual’s mental state at the time of an offense.

What is a Criminal Responsibility Evaluation?

Evaluations follow legal definitions and examine cognitive, emotional, and behavioral factors relevant to the offense.

See how our Competence to Stand Trial Evaluations complement criminal responsibility assessments.

Review of psychiatric and historical records

Structured interviews exploring thoughts, motives, and behavior

Standardized psychological testing

Capacity for self-control during the offense

Ability to understand right from wrong

Influence of psychiatric symptoms on conduct

Reports summarize findings and provide evidence-based conclusions suitable for judicial consideration.