The text consolidates in one source various materials, concepts, and techniques with which the forensic hypnotist needs to be conversant and discusses the legal issues, principles, and problems that are involved with the forensic application of hypnosis. To this end, both literature and applicable case law are surveyed. In addition, the book acquaints lawyers, prosecutors, judges, legislators, law enforcement personnel, and other interested professionals with the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of hypnosis; the scope of its potential applications; and its dangers as a forensic and investigative tool. The text deals with the psychology of hypnosis and the hypnotic phenomena as they relate to forensic applications, and the legal principles and case law related to these applications. Tabular data, a legal glossary, a psychological glossary, and name and subject indexes are provided. A bibliography contains over 300 references. (Author abstract modified)