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Clinical Forensic psychologists – These are related to the mental health issues under the purview
of the legal system including the practice and research activities in hospitals and prisons. When
assessment tools are validated for prediction of risks associated with the violent behavior of the
offender, it needs to undertake research by the clinical forensic psychologists. For instance,
treating people for their mental disorder issues is a task of clinical forensic psychologists within
the legal system and further proceedings on treatment procedures are usually done through
advanced techniques (Franklin, 2010).
Expert witness – Opinions and experiences of the witness is presented in front of court in order
to make the situation clearer related to the case. It helps in providing additional information to
the court of justice which is required to resolve the issue in more convenient manner. Also, an
expert opinion is given to the court which helps in covering all aspects of a case to make optimal...