Recent Research on Offenders with Learning Disabilities
Abstract
People with learning disabilities are typically over‐represented in Western criminal justice systems. They are vulnerable during police questioning, and may not comprehend their right to silence; they may confess, or acquiesce to the police version of events. They may have a long history of challenging behaviour which has never been appropriately addressed until the behaviour brings them into contact with the criminal justice system. It is important for service providers to have a working knowledge of the criminal justice system, and a clear idea of their role in relation to the client, especially during police interviews.
Citation
Hayes, S. (1996), "Recent Research on Offenders with Learning Disabilities", Tizard Learning Disability Review, Vol. 1 No. 3, pp. 7-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/13595474199600003
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
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