Loftus, EF
Eyewitness Testimony
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674287778
- author:
- Loftus, EF
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harvard University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1996
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 15.9 x 1.9 x 24.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Eyewitness Testimony by Elizabeth F. Loftus is a thought-provoking exploration of the reliability of eyewitness accounts in the courtroom. The author presents a compelling case for why juries often overestimate the credibility of eyewitness testimony, and how this can lead to wrongful convictions. Loftus examines the various factors that contribute to eyewitness fallibility, including poor viewing conditions, brief exposure, and stress, as well as more subtle influences such as expectations, biases, and personal stereotypes. She also reveals surprising findings about the accuracy of eyewitness memory, including how it can be radically altered by post-event questioning. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of eyewitness testimony, including trial lawyers, social psychologists, and those who encounter eyewitness accusations in court.
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