Before, During, and After an Identification Procedure, Police and Prosecutors

question 59

True/False

Before, during, and after an identification procedure, police and prosecutors should avoid giving witnesses any feedback on whether they feel they have made a "good" or "correct" identification.

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Definitions:

Practicing the Guitar

The act of engaging in exercises and playing the guitar to improve skill and technique.

Thought Suppression

The conscious avoidance of certain thoughts, particularly those that are distressing or unwanted.

Misattribution

A cognitive process where a person incorrectly attributes the source of a memory, emotion, or thought, often leading to inaccurate perceptions or judgments.

Distraction

A factor that diverts attention away from the primary task, potentially lowering the quality of performance.