The Position of a Consultant to Interrogators
You have taken the position of a consultant to interrogators. You begin by reviewing and observing the process by which potential suspects are identified by eyewitnesses. Routinely, a suspect is brought into a lineup room with five other individuals who are of the same ethnicity as the suspect. Not all are the same height and weight. Not all have the same hair color or facial hair. The police officers who have been conducting the investigation also handle lineups.
You are asked to evaluate this procedure and make recommendations for improvement.
Tasks:
In a minimum of 300 words, respond to the following:
- Suggest improvements in the existing procedure.
- Provide a rationale for the improvements suggested.
Review the web-based writings of Wells to assist you in your work.
Submission Details:
- By the due date assigned, post your responses to this Discussion Area.
- Through the end of the module, respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts. While responding, compare the similarities and differences between what you have constructed and what your classmates have.
| Grading Criteria | Maximum Points |
| Quality of initial posting, including fulfillment of assignment instructions |
16 |
| Quality of responses to classmates |
12 |
| Frequency of responses to classmates |
4 |
| Reference to supporting readings and other materials |
4 |
| Language and grammar |
4 |
| Total: |
40 |
