Memory and Law
Memory and Law

Author: Lynn Nadel

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2012-08-02

Total Pages: 409

ISBN-13: 0199920753

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The legal system depends upon memory function in a number of critical ways, including the memories of victims, the memories of individuals who witness crimes or other critical events, the memories of investigators, lawyers, and judges engaged in the legal process, and the memories of jurors. How well memory works, how accurate it is, how it is affected by various aspects of the criminal justice system — these are all important questions. But there are others as well: Can we tell when someone is reporting an accurate memory? Can we distinguish a true memory from a false one? Can memories be selectively enhanced, or erased? Are memories altered by emotion, by stress, by drugs? These questions and more are addressed by Memory and Law, which aims to present the current state of knowledge among cognitive and neural scientists about memory as applied to the law.

Memory 101
Memory 101

Author: James M. Lampinen

Publisher: Springer Publishing Company

Published: 2014-11-25

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 0826109241

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This highly readable foundational text for undergraduates provides an overview of the major theories and research on human memory. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by how people use it, the authors look at the brain-based memory process and discuss the major theories that have been developed to explain how memory functions. The book examines memory in everyday life-issues such as memorizing facts, when to perform tasks, and remembering life's events-and addresses such intriguing and controversial topics as repressed and recove.

Eyewitness Evidence
Eyewitness Evidence

Author: National Institute of Justice (U.S.). Technical Working Group for Eyewitness Evidence

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13:

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Identifying the Culprit
Identifying the Culprit

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2015-01-16

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13: 0309310628

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Identifying the Culprit: Assessing Eyewitness Identification makes the case that better data collection and research on eyewitness identification, new law enforcement training protocols, standardized procedures for administering line-ups, and improvements in the handling of eyewitness identification in court can increase the chances that accurate identifications are made. This report explains the science that has emerged during the past 30 years on eyewitness identifications and identifies best practices in eyewitness procedures for the law enforcement community and in the presentation of eyewitness evidence in the courtroom. In order to continue the advancement of eyewitness identification research, the report recommends a focused research agenda.

Evaluating Eyewitness Identification
Evaluating Eyewitness Identification

Author: Brian Cutler

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2010-01-25

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 0199706883

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Forensic mental health assessment (FMHA) has grown into a specialization informed by research and professional guidelines. This series presents up-to-date information on the most important and frequently conducted forms of FMHA. The 19 topical volumes address best approaches to practice for particular types of evaluation in the criminal, civil, and juvenile/family areas. Each volume contains a thorough discussion of the relevant legal and psychological concepts, followed by a step-by-step description of the assessment process from preparing for the evaluation to writing the report and testifying in court. Volumes include the following helpful features: · Boxes that zero in on important information for use in evaluations · Tips for best practice and cautions against common pitfalls · Highlighting of relevant case law and statutes · Separate list of assessment tools for easy reference · Helpful glossary of key terms for the particular topic In making recommendations for best practice, authors consider empirical support, legal relevance, and consistency with ethical and professional standards. These volumes offer invaluable guidance for anyone involved in conducting or using forensic evaluations.

Eyewitness Identification, Legal and Practical Problems
Eyewitness Identification, Legal and Practical Problems

Author: Nathan R. Sobel

Publisher: C. Boardman

Published: 1981

Total Pages: 652

ISBN-13:

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This looseleaf treatise is an examination of the legal and practical aspects of eyewitness identification. Civil liability for mistaken identification, standards of fairness for lineups and photo identifications, exclusionary sanctions, and many other related issues are discussed in detail.

Mistaken Identification
Mistaken Identification

Author: Brian L. Cutler

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 1995-08-25

Total Pages: 306

ISBN-13: 9780521445726

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Examines traditional safeguards against mistaken eyewitness identification.