At KindestMind, we provide risk of recidivism assessments to evaluate the likelihood that an individual may reoffend and identify factors that influence future risk. These evaluations involve a structured review of criminal history, behavioral patterns, compliance history, current functioning, and relevant risk and protective factors.
The findings provide clear, evidence-based conclusions that support courts, legal professionals, and supervising agencies in making informed decisions related to supervision, sentencing, monitoring, and reentry planning. Each evaluation is conducted with professionalism and objectivity, with careful attention to accuracy, ethical standards, and public safety.
We are dedicated to providing thorough, objective risk of recidivism assessments that support informed decisions and promote safety for individuals and the broader community.
KindestMind’s licensed clinicians are trained in forensic recidivism risk assessment and conduct structured evaluations focused on criminal history, behavioral patterns, compliance history, and risk and protective factors. Our assessments are objective, evidence-based, and designed to support clear, defensible decisions related to supervision and public safety.
We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth recidivism risk assessments across the United States, making it possible for individuals and agencies to access services regardless of location. Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate court timelines and supervision requirements.
Our detailed recidivism risk assessment reports provide evidence-based findings and clear clinical conclusions to support courts, legal professionals, and supervising agencies. Reports address relevant risk factors, protective factors, and the assessed likelihood of reoffense, helping guide decisions related to supervision, monitoring, and reentry planning.
A risk of recidivism assessment may be requested when there are concerns about the likelihood that an individual may reoffend and the level of supervision or support needed to reduce future risk. These evaluations provide an objective, evidence-based clinical opinion that helps courts, legal professionals, and supervising agencies make informed decisions related to sentencing, supervision, and reentry planning.
Risk of recidivism assessments are commonly requested in situations such as:
In some cases, individuals or their legal representatives may request a risk of recidivism assessment proactively to address documented concerns, demonstrate progress, or support a specific legal request. By examining criminal history, behavioral patterns, compliance history, current functioning, and protective factors, these assessments provide a structured, clinically sound framework for evaluating reoffense risk and supporting informed, safety-focused decision-making.
A risk of recidivism assessment may be requested by a court, attorney, probation or parole department, or other supervising agency. In some cases, individuals or their legal representatives may also request an evaluation directly. The process typically includes the following steps:
When appropriate, the final report may also include recommendations to support supervision, monitoring, or reentry planning decisions.
Get Answers to FAQs About Risk of Recidivism Assessments
A risk of recidivism assessment is a forensic psychological evaluation used to assess the likelihood that an individual may reoffend after a prior offense or period of supervision. The evaluation focuses on patterns of criminal behavior, compliance history, decision-making, and factors that influence future risk. These assessments are commonly used in legal and supervisory contexts where decisions about sentencing, supervision, or reentry must be informed by objective clinical information.
The purpose of a risk of recidivism assessment is to provide an evidence-based clinical opinion regarding the likelihood of reoffending. Courts, attorneys, probation or parole departments, and other supervising agencies rely on these evaluations to guide decisions related to sentencing, supervision levels, monitoring requirements, and reentry planning. The goal is to support informed decision-making and risk management, not to predict behavior with certainty.
Risk of recidivism assessments are commonly requested by courts, judges, attorneys, probation or parole departments, and correctional or reentry agencies. They may be ordered during sentencing, post-conviction reviews, probation or parole hearings, or pre-release planning. In some cases, individuals or their legal representatives may request an assessment proactively to support a legal motion or demonstrate progress.
Yes. Risk of recidivism assessments are frequently used in court proceedings and administrative hearings. Reports are written in a professional, structured format suitable for review by judges, attorneys, and supervising agencies. These evaluations may be used in criminal or civil court matters, depending on the referral question and jurisdiction.
No. A risk of recidivism assessment is not therapy and does not involve treatment. It is a time-limited forensic evaluation focused on assessing risk rather than providing counseling or intervention. While recommendations may include treatment or programming, the evaluator’s role is neutral and evaluative rather than therapeutic.
Risk of recidivism assessments consider multiple factors associated with reoffending risk, including criminal history, patterns of behavior, compliance with prior supervision, impulse control, decision-making, substance use, situational stressors, and stability factors such as housing or employment. Protective factors that may reduce risk are also evaluated. The specific factors assessed depend on the referral question and legal context.
No evaluation can predict future behavior with certainty. Risk of recidivism assessments evaluate probability and relative level of risk based on clinical expertise, structured assessment methods, and available information. Findings are presented as informed clinical opinions intended to support supervision and risk management decisions.
The evaluation process typically includes a clinical interview, review of relevant records such as court or supervision documents, and the use of standardized assessment tools when appropriate. Collateral information may be considered if available and authorized. All information is integrated using structured clinical judgment to assess risk and protective factors related to reoffending.
The length of a risk of recidivism assessment varies depending on the complexity of the case, the amount of record review required, and the purpose of the evaluation. Some assessments may be completed in a single session, while others require multiple sessions. Expected timelines are discussed in advance whenever possible.
Risk of recidivism assessments follow standard confidentiality guidelines, with important legal and ethical limits. Results are released only to authorized parties such as courts, attorneys, or referring agencies based on signed consent or legal requirements. Limits to confidentiality are explained clearly at the beginning of the evaluation.
Yes. Many risk of recidivism assessments can be completed via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth when permitted by the referring court or agency. Telehealth evaluations follow the same professional standards as in-person assessments. Some cases may require in-person components depending on jurisdiction or court requirements.
The final report typically includes background information, assessment methods, clinical findings, and an analysis of risk and protective factors. Reports provide clear conclusions regarding the likelihood of reoffending and may include recommendations to support supervision, monitoring, or reentry planning. All reports are written in clear, professional language suitable for legal and institutional use.
Our evaluations are tailored to assess risk of recidivism, examining criminal history, behavioral patterns, and factors that influence the likelihood of reoffending.