"Why Don't You Take Another Look at Number Three?": Investigator Knowledge and Its Effects on Eyewitness Confidence and Identification Decisions
Russano, Melissa B., Dickinson, Jason J., Greathouse, Sarah M. & Kovera, Margaret Bull
Abstract
The article examines the impact of investigator knowledge on eyewitness identification and confidence, highlighting the potential for bias and the importance of implementing double-blind lineup procedures to mitigate such influences. It emphasizes the need for further research and policy changes to enhance the reliability of eyewitness testimony.