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PROTOCOL: Interview and interrogation methods and their effects on true and false confessions: An update and
Mary Catlin1, David B Wilson1, Allison D Redlich1
1Criminology, Law and Society George Mason University Fairfax Virginia USA.
Campbell Systematic Reviews
|March 13, 2023
Summary
This systematic review protocol examines how different interrogation methods impact confession rates in mock criminal suspects. Understanding these effects is crucial for improving legal and psychological practices.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Law
Background:
- Interrogation techniques are widely used in criminal investigations.
- The effectiveness and ethical implications of various approaches remain a subject of debate.
- Systematic reviews are needed to synthesize existing evidence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effects of different interrogation approaches on confession outcomes.
- To evaluate the impact of specific interrogation tactics on the likelihood of obtaining confessions from mock suspects.
Main Methods:
- This protocol outlines a Campbell systematic review.
- The review will synthesize data from studies using mock criminal suspects.
- Search strategies will cover multiple databases and grey literature.
Main Results:
- Results are not yet available as this is a protocol.
- The review anticipates identifying patterns in confession rates related to interrogation methods.
Conclusions:
- This systematic review will provide evidence-based insights into interrogation effectiveness.
- Findings may inform best practices in criminal investigations and legal proceedings.
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