Confession Evidence

Question 1

Reid Technique

Answer 1

Multi step procedure for interrogating suspects. Isolate the suspect and use 9 steps to draw a confession. Some steps have no empirical support.

Question 2

Steps of the Reid Technique

Answer 2

1 Direct Positive Confrontation
2 Theme Development
3 Stop Denials
4 Overcome Objections
5 Getting Attention
6 Suspect Listens
7 Alternatives
8 Bring Suspect into Conversation
9 Confession

Question 3

Factors Leading to False Confession

Answer 3

Young (waive lawyer, impulsivity)
Low IQ/poor education
false evidence provided by police

Question 4

Types of False Confession

Answer 4

Voluntary - free admission of guilt from someone uninvolved with he event
Compliant - suspect knows they are innocent but confesses due to pressure or situational factors (time, discomfort)
Internalised - suspect comes to believe they are guilty despite being innocent

Question 5

Solutions to False Confessions

Answer 5

Limit interrogation time, videotape/record all interviews (focus on room, not suspect)