Testifying In Court as a Psychologist – VIRTUAL
Abstract
This talk is designed to appeal broadly to psychologists in general practice. The talk is designed to help psychologists better understand the different ways/means that they might be called as a witness for court or some other legal proceeding. There will be a discussion about the court process in general as well as a discussion of frequent pitfalls psychologists might experience in delivering testimony.
Learning Objectives
- Learning about different legal contexts where one might testify
- Knowing the differences between a general and expert witness
- Learning the case law pertaining to testifying in court
- Knowing general strategies to prepare for court
- Learning how to respond to a subpoena
Intended Audience
Psychologists and Provisionally Registered Psychologists
Speaker
Andrew M. Haag, Ph.D.
This webinar is led by Dr. Andrew Haag.
CE Credits
The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for three (3.0) hours of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program.
Credits: 3.0
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Office. Cancellations received fourteen (14) days prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.