Summary

In this episode, David Koehne interviews John Meixner, an Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Georgia, who specialises in the intersection of law and neuroscience, particularly in the context of criminal law. John shares his journey from psychology to law, discussing his research on judicial decision-making, the importance of mitigating factors in sentencing, and the implications of emerging neurotechnologies in the legal field. He emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of mental health considerations in sentencing and the potential impact of neuroscience on legal practices.

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