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> no witness testimonies are properly isolated. Can't we make them properly isolated? The article says you need 3 things for reliable witness testimony: 1. Do
by MarkMc 9y ago
> no witness testimonies are properly isolated.
Can't we make them properly isolated?
The article says you need 3 things for reliable witness testimony: 1. Do not repeat the lineup, 2. Ensure the suspect doesn't stand out, 3. Record the confidence of the witness when identifying the suspect.
If law enforcement follow these 3 rules and the witness identifies the suspect with a high degree of confidence, it seems the identification is very reliable. That would be a practical benefit.
- microcolonel 9y agoThe witness is also susceptible to suggestion. If they are reached over the telephone, or have a conversation with a family member, or the police accidentally (or intentionally) suggest something in an interview, then they are tainted. If the defendant is resourceful, then the chance of any of these happening blows up.