All forensic evaluations include a review of pertinent legal, clinical, and medical documentation, a clinical interview examining psychosocial history, incorporation of collateral data, and the administration of psychological testing and/or specialized forensic instruments to evaluate the presence of any psychological disorder or personality characteristics that may impede rational decision making, judgment, or awareness. Dr. Lockard prepares a comprehensive written report that presents the most relevant facts and offers an opinion on the forensic issues assessed. Dr. Lockard is also available to testify about assessment methods, results, and conclusions of forensic evaluations.

Dr. Lockard has expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health issues that can impact an individual’s legal proceedings. Dr. Lockard evaluates a wide range of psycholegal issues including; competency to stand trial, dangerousness, and diminished responsibility, such as the insanity defense. A comprehensive forensic report can affect sentencing by addressing important mitigating circumstances related to a case. In the sentencing phase of a trail, Dr. Lockard can assess and evaluate risk for future violence in order to provide extenuating factors for the judge or jury to consider.