The Psychology, Law, Emotions, and Attitudes (PLEA) Lab is part of the Department of Psychology at Coastal Carolina University. The lab's name reflects the four pillars that define our work. Our research applies social and cognitive psychology to understand human behavior in legal contexts, with the goal of informing evidence-based practices and policies. Our research examines how emotions influence memory and decision-making, such as their role in eyewitness memory, and how attitudes shape legal judgments, including how views toward police influence perceptions of officer behavior. We are also committed to advancing research methods and quantitative approaches in forensic psychological research. Whether you are a prospective student, collaborator, or simply curious about the science behind the legal system, we invite you to explore our research.