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About The Society for Police and Criminal Psychology
The Society for Police and Criminal Psychology is an eclectic professional organization that encourages the scientific study of police and criminal psychology and the application of scientific knowledge to problems in criminal justice. It focuses on law enforcement, judicial, and corrections elements in criminal justice. Members of the Society study the full range of human behaviors, motivations, and actions within the framework of the criminal justice system. Consequently, it encourages input from psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, lawyers, police officers, corrections personnel, and any other professional having a concern for the criminal justice system.
Membership
Membership is open to anyone interested in the field of Criminal Justice or related areas. There are no educational criteria for membership. Students may apply for membership at a reduced rate.
The Annual Conference
The Society publishes the Journal of Police and Criminal Psychology through Springer Publications. The Journal is published twice per year (Spring and Fall) and focuses on issues relevant to practitioners and researchers in the field of police and criminal psychology. The Journal has a world-wide subscription base and is included with membership in the Society.
The Journal
The Society publishes the Journal of Police and Criminal Psychology through Springer Publications. The Journal is published twice per year (Spring and Fall) and focuses on issues relevant to practitioners and academicians in the field of criminal justice. The Journal has a world-wide subscription base and is included with membership in the Society.
The Diplomate
Taking a lead in the field, the Society offers a Diplomate in Police Psychology. The Diplomate is designed to recognize the special expertise and contributions made by psychologists who work with law enforcement, be they clinicians or academics.
The Future
The interests of the Society of Police and Criminal Psychology are broad in scope. Our members play many roles in law enforcement and criminal justice and come from all over the world. We are proud of our inclusive and eclectic philosophy, and believe that through our combined efforts we are well positioned to lead our field in research and the application of practical solutions in police and criminal psychology. The Society supports the development of Police Psychology as a recognized specialty area, and the development of educational opportunities in the field.