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A Method for Analyzing the Accuracy of Eyewitness Testimony in Criminal Cases.

Authors :
Wise, Richard A.
Safer, Martin A.
Source :
Court Review. 2012, Vol. 48 Issue 1/2, p22-34. 13p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article presents information on the wrongful conviction in rape or murder trials and the errors in case of eyewitness identification. The need of enhancing the ability of judges and other legal professionals in assessing the accuracy of witness identification and the methods for analyzing accuracy of eyewitness testimony are discussed. The importance of law enforcement and better performance of judicial functions are also discussed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00110647
Volume :
48
Issue :
1/2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Court Review
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
83095544