Expert forensic psychology services
David S. Klajic, PhD offers specialized forensic psychology services in Sacramento, California. With two decades of experience, Dr. Klajic provides crucial insights for legal matters, focusing on court-ordered mental health evaluations, competence to stand trial, and mitigation strategies for attorneys and their clients. He's here to help navigate complex legal challenges.
Dr. Klajic's specialized services
Dr. Klajic offers a comprehensive range of forensic psychology services, primarily serving lawyers who require expert evaluations for their clients. His approach is dedicated to providing thorough, impartial, and evidence-based assessments for complex legal cases, ensuring effective and practical solutions for competence, mitigation, and other critical needs.
Court-ordered evaluations
Dr. Klajic's primary service focuses on court-ordered evaluations, including competence to stand trial and mental state at the time of the offense (mitigation). He provides objective assessments vital for legal proceedings.
Custody & fitness evaluations
Dr. Klajic conducts thorough custody evaluations and fitness for duty assessments for military personnel, law enforcement, and firefighters, offering critical psychological insights.
Expert witness & consultation
Dr. Klajic provides expert witness testimony in high-profile cases and offers consultations, including advising legislative bodies on mental health and justice system matters.
Experience that stands up in court
Dr. David S. Klajic brings two decades of unparalleled experience to forensic psychology. He has provided expert testimony in several high-profile cases and was called upon by the Montana State Legislature to advise on significant changes to civil commitment laws and approaches to chronic offenders with serious mental illness in the justice system.
Meeting the needs of legal professionals
Lawyers are our primary clients, seeking clarity and expert opinions on their clients' mental states for various legal contexts. Whether it's evaluating competence to stand trial or assessing mental health for mitigation strategies, Dr. Klajic provides the rigorous, defensible evaluations needed to support legal arguments and ensure fair proceedings.
Unparalleled expertise and insight
With 20 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Klajic offers a depth of understanding unique in the field. His involvement in high-profile cases and contributions to legislative reforms demonstrate a commitment to both individual justice and systemic improvement. When you work with us, you gain an experienced partner who understands the intricacies of the legal and psychological landscapes.
