La psicología jurídica y forense - secuelas psicosociales en las victimas de acceso carnal abusivo

Abstract

This paper addresses the importance of conducting a forensic psychological assessment of an adult person, alleged victim of a sexual crime, in the criminal investigation. Throughout the text it is revised how legal and forensic psychology develops its main purpose as a guide to criminalistics authorities addressing the use of psychological violence during the events, helping to determine whether the victim was or was put in a position of helplessness, underlying their ability to understand or consent and if a disturbance that may be considered as a result of the events under investigation and their contribution in the field of law and criminology.