Eye Witness testimony is not reliable Flashcards
1
Q
why is it not reliable in convictions
A
its the top factor in wrongful convictions
2
Q
why would memory be unreliable
A
because there are limitations of memory. during whats happening the person could be paniked therefore wont remember as much
3
Q
what are some environmental factors that make ewt unreliable
A
poor lighting
distancing
4
Q
what happens in court when they are identifying
a person
A
they may misinterpret them. but if they say confidently ‘it was her/him’ the judge is more likely to believe the witness.
