In cases involving sexual offenses, courts often require an assessment of the likelihood of future risk. The Institute of Forensic Psychology (IFP) conducts Sexual Violence Risk Evaluations to provide courts, attorneys, and agencies with impartial, evidence-based findings that inform decisions about supervision, treatment, and community safety. These evaluations are available for both adults and juveniles, with methods tailored to their respective developmental stages and legal contexts.
Our Approach
IFP uses a comprehensive, structured process grounded in forensic psychology best practices:
- Clinical interviews exploring history, attitudes, and risk-relevant factors.
- Psychosexual and risk assessment instruments validated for use in sexual violence cases.
- Record review, including prior legal, medical, and treatment documentation.
- Collateral contacts with probation officers, treatment providers, or parents/guardians (for juveniles).
- Consideration of developmental stage to ensure evaluations are age-appropriate and legally relevant.
What We Address
- Risk of sexual and non-sexual recidivism.
- Presence of psychological or personality traits associated with offending.
- Protective factors that may mitigate risk.
- Treatment needs, responsiveness to interventions, and supervision considerations.
- Recommendations for monitoring, treatment planning, and community safety.
Reporting
IFP provides structured, objective reports that connect psychological findings to the court’s sexual violence risk referral question. Reports are impartial, clear, and designed to support legally sound decision-making in high-stakes cases.
Why Choose IFP
IFP delivers evaluations that are objective, evidence-based, and trusted in court. Our multi-credentialed team employs a thorough and impartial process to ensure that findings are clear, relevant, and legally useful. We prioritize timeliness without sacrificing quality, and every evaluation is conducted with professional respect and cultural competence.
We look forward to working with you and supporting the critical decisions entrusted to the courts.
Supporting Criminal Courts and Legal Professionals
IFP offers Sexual Violence Risk Evaluations that meet the highest forensic standards. Our reports are impartial, evidence-based, and written with legal clarity, giving courts and attorneys the information they need for high-stakes criminal cases.
To request an evaluation, please contact IFP directly, and a member of our team will follow up with you shortly.