Where an Identification May Be Suggestive,the Five Factors Set Out

question 32

Multiple Choice

Where an identification may be suggestive,the five factors set out in Biggers allow the trial court to determine:

• A)Whether the witness has an independent basis for his or her in-court identification.
• B)Whether a pre-indictment identification is suggestive.
• C)Whether a post-indictment identification is suggestive.
• D)Whether a witness is trustworthy.

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