Eyewitness Testimony Is Heavily Used in Criminal Proceedings but Research

question 39

True/False

Eyewitness testimony is heavily used in criminal proceedings but research has found to be very unreliable.

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Definitions:

Reasonable Duration

A length of time that is considered fair and appropriate under given circumstances or legal standards.

Physical Barriers

Obstacles that prevent or hinder movement or access, often relevant in discussions of accessibility and security.

Physical restraint

The use of physical force to limit a person's movements or actions, often for safety or control.

Probable Cause

A reasonable ground for belief, based on facts and circumstances, that a crime has been or is being committed, often used as justification for issuing a warrant.