Sexual Abuse Expert Witnesses in California

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Sexual abuse expert witnesses practice in a variety of fields, including psychology, psychiatry, social work, forensic medicine, and law enforcement. Some of the most common specialties among sexual abuse expert witnesses also include child psychology, trauma counseling, Sexual Assault Nurse Examination (SANE), victim advocacy, and forensic interviewing. They have provided opinions on the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), child abuse reporting laws, the impact of sexual abuse on mental health, the credibility of victims' testimonies, and the procedures for investigating allegations of sexual abuse.

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Dr Billie-Jo Elizabeth GrantView profile

ID: 46368

Dr. Billie-Jo Grant, PhD

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California

Dr. Billie-Jo E. Grant has 16 years of experience in Schools & Education with expertise in Sexual Abuse Prevention, Harassment, and Bullying. She earned her BA in Economics, MEd in Social Foundations of Education, and PhD in Research, Statistics, and Evaluation from the University of Virginia. Formerly, this expert served as Adjunct Faculty at Lesley University and as a Senior Impact Research...

Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Threat Assessment Expert WitnessView profile

E-673754

Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, & Threat Assessment Expert Witness

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California

This highly-qualified expert has twenty years of experience specializing in law enforcement investigations with particular expertise in sexual assault, threat assessment, and management. She is certified in forensic sciences, as a defensive tactic and use of force instructor, and as a threat assessment professional. This expert is active in her field with memberships to the Association of Threat...

Psychology – Sexual Abuse Expert WitnessView profile

E-173643

Psychology – Sexual Abuse Expert Witness

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California

This expert has been a practicing psychologist for almost 25 years. She received her BA from University of Massachusetts and then went on to receive her MA and PhD from California School of Professional Psychology. This expert has constantly improved herself by receiving extensive training in multiple disciplines by the leaders in that field. She has given 7 presentations at differing California...

Adult Entertainment and Sexual Assault Expert WitnessView profile

E-148938

Adult Entertainment and Sexual Assault Expert Witness

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California

This expert is a psychologist who studies the effect of sexually explicit media. His research is widely respected and has been cited in the formulation of public policy in multiple jurisdictions. He earned his PhD in Social Psychology and Personality from the University of California, Los Angeles. An active member of the International Academy of Sex Research and the Society for the Scientific...

Sexual Abuse Expert Witness FAQs

A sexual abuse expert witness provides objective, professional insight into cases involving sexual misconduct. They can explain complex psychological and behavioral patterns to the court.

These experts often work on criminal cases, civil lawsuits, family law disputes, and institutional abuse cases. Their expertise helps clarify victim trauma and offender behavior.

Sexual abuse experts can explain the psychological effects of trauma, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral changes. This can be crucial for assessing damages.

Yes, some experts specialize in areas like child sexual abuse, domestic violence, or institutional abuse. The specific expertise needed depends on the case details.

Forensic interviewing skills are vital as they ensure that information is gathered from victims in a sensitive and legally appropriate manner without causing further harm.

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