Forensic psychology is that area of psychology where psychology meets the legal system. A forensic psychology expert is required to view the evidence from a different perspective than a traditional clinical psychologist, whose tests and interview procedures are not sufficient for legal purposes.

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Evaluating the evidence, preparing for testimony, and the testimony itself require the forensic psychologist to have a firm grasp of the law and the legal situation at issue in the case in question.

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This knowledge must be integrated with the psychological information obtained from testing, psychological and mental status exams, police reports, children justice center video testimony, and appropriate assessment of background materials, such as prior psychiatric or psychological evaluations, medical records and other available pertinent information.