Eye wittness testimony Flashcards
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What is an eyewitness
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Someone who has seen or witnessed a crime , usually present at the time of the incident
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What is eyewitness testimony
A
evidence provided in court by a [rson who witnessed a crime with a view to identify the perpertrator
3
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Factors affecting EWT
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- Misleading infomation (leading questions)
- Misleading infomation (post event disscusion )
- Anxiety
4
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What is misleading infomation
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Incorrect info is given to the eyewittness that may effect their recall
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