A Comparative Study on Reliability Of Eye-Witness Testimony

Abstract

An eye witness reports for investigation and prosecution are highly reliant on a criminal justice system. Incorrect or utterly fraudulent eyewitness statements may have harmful or deadly repercussions, particularly if they are the only available proof. Psychologists and other scientists attempt to examine numerous aspects in connection with the veracity of testimonials. These considerations include features of the eyewitness, the incident being observed, the evidence etc. Testimony for eyewitnesses is a legal phrase referring to a crime by a person who has observed or has taken part in the incident. Not just the onlookers, but even victims are typically included.