American College of Forensic Psychology:Symposium and Hotel Information

2008 American College of Forensic Psychology Symposium
San Francisco, April 10-13

Goal: The goal of this symposium is to keep forensic psychologists abreast of important issues which lie within the interface of psychology and law, recent developments in psychology that require new knowledge for expert witnesses, and new case law affecting forensic practice. Target Audience: The program is intended to benefit practicing forensic psychologists, psychologists in other subspecialties, and attorneys who litigate civil and criminal cases involving psychological evaluations and expert testimony. Objectives: Participants should improve their knowledge and skills in the following areas: a) evaluation or treatment of forensic litigants and individuals with other forensic psychological issues; (b) new and ongoing research and developments in the field of forensic psychology; (c) relevant concepts useful in testifying and educating the court on mental health issues, and in working within the legal system; (d) changes in the law that affect clinical and forensic practice; (e) legal and psychological aspects involving the mentally disordered inmate in correctional facilities.

San Francisco and the Renaissance Stanford Court Hotel: The College is once again meeting at one of the finest hotels in San Francisco. Surrounding guests in old-world elegance, with turn-of-the-century detail and fine antiques, the Renaissance Stanford Court Hotel is perched atop Nob Hill, overlooking the dramatic San Francisco skyline and central to the business, shopping, theater and tourist areas of the city. The hotel is three blocks from the fine shops and restaurants of Union Square, five minutes from Fisherman's Wharf and two blocks up the hill from Chinatown.

Hotel Reservations: We have secured a block of rooms for the College at the Stanford Court Hotel at a special rate of $189 per night for a Superior room; $209 Deluxe with city or bay views. You may call the hotel's reservation department toll-free at 1-800-227-4736. The hotel's direct telephone number is 415-989-3500. You must identify yourself as part of the College to secure the preferred rate. You may also go to the hotel's web site: www.stanfordcourt.com and enter your arrival and departure dates along with the following Group Code for a Superior Room: ACFACFA. For a Deluxe Room, enter: ACFACFC. The hotel fax number is 415-391-0513. The hotel is located at 905 California Street (at Powell), Nob Hill, San Francisco, CA 94108.

Room reservations must be received prior to March 24, 2008. Reservations made after March 24, 2008 are subject to availability at the prevailing hotel rate which will be considerably higher than the group rate.