Psychological Testing in Forensic Contexts Conducted Remotely

Abstract

The use of videoconferencing technology to conduct forensic psychiatric and forensic psychological evaluations remotely has grown considerably in the last decade. This commentary addresses a num-ber of points made by Recupero regarding the use of remote technology to conduct forensic psychiatric evaluations. These points include the research supporting telepsychiatry and its generalizability to forensic assessment, the error rate associated with remote forensic assessment, and its general acceptance in the field. The commentary also considers the inclusion of psychological testing and specialized forensic measures in forensic assessment and describes criteria for considering tests and measures that can reasonably be included in a remotely conducted forensic assessment.