Evaluation Of And Expert Testimony On Mental Condition At The

TIME OF THE OFFENSE UNDER TITLE 33, CHAPTER 7, PART 3. (1) Persons performing mental health evaluations and/or providing expert witness testimony regarding mental condition at the time of the offense under Title 33, Chapter 7, Part 3 shall: (a) Meet the qualification requirements specified in Rule 0940-03-03-.04(2); (b) Be certified as a forensic evaluator as described in Rule 0940-03-03-.02; and (c) Participate in the assessment of the defendant. (2) Mental health evaluations and expert testimony regarding mental condition at the time of the offense may be provided only by persons who meet the following minimum qualifications: FORENSICS CHAPTER 0940-03-03 (a) A physician licensed in Tennessee with expertise in psychiatry as determined by training, education or experience; or (b) A psychologist licensed in Tennessee with health service provider designation.