The Reliability of Eyewitness Testimony, Can You Really Remember what Happened or Is Your Judgement Impaired Over Time

The Reliability of Eyewitness Testimony
Eyewitness testimony has been used frequently over time in various situations. It sometimes holds more merit then some facts or evidence. Yet it is also the reason why many innocent people go to jail and criminals still walk free.
Eyewitness testimony has been used for over 100 years. It has played a major part in convicting criminals, from the common thief to the most dangerous murderer. However, even with a long incubation time like that it wasn't really recognized until the 1970's. …