Handbook

The subject is designed to assist investigators apply the principles of victimology to the people they encounter in the course of investigations, thus increasing the satisfaction of the victim and gain information for the creation of a brief of evidence. Theory is discussed first and, then Court or Coronial cases are introduced to enhance the applied nature of victimology. The subject focuses on serious crimes and complex human vulnerabilities to best explain and offer different strategies to professionalise investigations and assist victims in their recovery. Finally, forensic victimology is discussed in relation to positive and negative aspects of court processes.