Why do people/lawyers/courts seek forensic mental health services?
People need forensic mental health services for varying reasons. Some need to comply with court orders while others need evaluations for employment reasons. Mental health evaluations can be used in criminal court cases or to enhance a civil case currently under litigation. They can also be required for probation/parole purposes. Sometimes individuals may chose to seek a mental health evaluation as a “second opinion.” Sometimes people may need mental health evaluations for prior to medical surgery. Mental Health Evaluations are completed by a neutral professional with extensive training in mental health and forensics.
