Use of the R-PAS in Forensic Assessments in Murder case (1.5 CEs)

Abstract

Drs. Madeleine Starin, Kenedy Ramos, and Abraham Loebenstein will each present a forensic case involving murder where the Rorschach was used in compliance with R-PAS. We will focus on what the Rorschach contributed in our assessments and, if applicable, how the Rorschach with R-PAS ended up being challenged in court. Each case involves murder. Dr. Starin will discuss a case involving possible transfer from juvenile to adult court. Dr. Ramos will discuss a Franklin Hearing case involving a youthful offender and potential future eligibility for parole. Dr. Loebenstein will discuss a mitigating evaluation involving an egregious murder that was challenged in court.

Chair

Reneau Kennedy | Independent Practice, Honolulu, HI

Discussant

Reneau Kennedy | Independent Practice, Honolulu, HI

Goals & Objectives

1. Identify multiple ways psychological assessment and the R-PAS specifically, can identify relevant factors of personality, coping, and functioning in individuals who were charged with murder
2. Explain portions of psychological evaluations and their relevance in forensic cases
3. Discuss three different examples of how the R-PAS can apply to forensic psychology