Assess and analyze a crime from the perspective of the suspect. Apply theories of abnormal psychology to this analysis. Consider motivation as it relates to possible psychological abnormalities and conditions in the suspect.
Consider contextual influence on the suspect. Apply this contextual analysis to the possible motivation of the suspect. Analyze family context particularly when investigating juvenile suspects.
Assess the risk of a suspect once he has been analyzed thoroughly and the motivation, psychological factors and contextual factors have been thoroughly investigated. Prepare a prediction regarding this suspect that will help prevent future offense and serve as a device for the management of this suspect.
Train criminal justice personnel in the areas of psychology that pertain to suspect analysis. Introduce concepts of abnormal psychology and the analysis of contextual and environmental factors that affect suspects. Demonstrate effective suspect and justice personnel interactions to help criminal justice personnel prevent negative, unproductive or violent exchanges with suspects.
Expose and help manage sources of stress to the criminal personnel. Apply principals of psychology to the support and psychological analysis of criminal justice personnel. Build an environment and a working relationship with criminal justice personnel that facilitates a healthy and balanced approach to the execution of justice.
Build interdisciplinary teams within the criminal justice unit. Develop strategies for exchanging expertise and sharing information. Create a team atmosphere that supports both the justice system and the individuals working within it.