Services We Offer

Evaluation to determine a defendant’s ability to understand the nature of their charges, the legal system as a whole, their ability to communicate with their attorney, and to assist in their defense.

Evaluation to determine whether a defendant was suffering a mental illness at the time of a criminal offense, and the degree to which their mental state played a role in the crime(s).

Dr. Porter Staats can attend court and testify as an expert witness to explain her opinion and offer education regarding the legal issue at hand.

Dr. Porter Staats offers attorney consultation on criminal cases, and is available to review and provide feedback on psychological reports completed by other experts.