Important dates in the history of forensic hypnosis are identified and thei
r significance is briefly described. Trends regarding the use of forensic h
ypnosis are highlighted, as well as criticisms of various positions. The au
thors recommend that professionals who practice forensic hypnosis be thorou
ghly familiar with the significant precedents, problems, and pitfalls that
have arisen concerning the use of hypnosis with memory in forensic settings
.