Answer the following questions

1. Do you believe there is sufficient research evidence to demonstrate the usefulness of criminal profiling in cases involving serial killers? Why or why not?

2. Under what circumstances is it useful to know that a defendant fits the profile of others who commit the type of crime the defendant is accused of committing?

3. What factors affect the likelihood that geographic profiling will be useful in identifying a criminal?

4. Is it ever reasonable to consider race when trying to predict criminal behavior? Is it ever reasonable to consider gender?

5. what have you learned about testifying in court?

6. What is the typical process and/or the various approaches used during direct and cross examination?