Book chapter
Discovery
Forensic Mental Health Practice and the Law, pp 50-63
15 Aug 2025
Abstract
Forensic mental health professionals may become involved in the discovery process through their role as an expert witness or consultant. Common discovery mechanisms that forensic mental health professionals should be prepared for include document production, subpoenas, interrogatories, and depositions. This chapter discusses federal discovery laws and best practices for forensic mental health professionals who are preparing for a deposition or responding to a subpoena. This chapter also reviews common mistakes that forensic mental health professionals make and provides concrete proactive steps that can be taken to avoid them. Common ethical issues that arise during the discovery process, including confidentiality and disclosure of testing materials, are also reviewed.
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Details
- Title
- Discovery
- Creators
- David DeMatteoDaniel A. KraussSarah FishelKellie Wiltsie
- Publication Details
- Forensic Mental Health Practice and the Law, pp 50-63
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press; New York, NY
- Resource Type
- Book chapter
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- Psychological and Brain Sciences (Psychology); Thomas R. Kline School of Law
- Other Identifier
- 991022094670804721