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What is a 'field identification'?

A procedure in which the suspect is presented singly to the witness.

What should officers consider prior to a field identification?

  • The mental and emotional condition of the witness (correct)
  • The weather conditions
  • The location of the identification
  • The time of day
  • A suspect has the right to counsel at a field identification.

    False

    When should field identification occur?

    <p>As soon as practical after the arrest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a witness does not identify the suspect, what should happen next?

    <p>The suspect is released unless probable cause exists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an 'informal identification'?

    <p>A procedure in which officers take a witness to observe a suspect at liberty, usually unaware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Informal identification procedures can be used when probable cause to arrest does not exist.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What details should be documented during informal identification procedures?

    <p>The date and time of observation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must officers do to avoid suggestiveness during eyewitness identification?

    <p>Conduct identification procedures in a fair and impartial manner.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should officers advise witnesses of their rights prior to viewing a suspect?

    <p>To inform them that they are under no obligation to identify the person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Field Identification

    • A field identification is a procedure where a suspect is presented alone to a witness.
    • Field identification can occur at the arrest location or at the witness' location.
    • Field identifications should be conducted as soon as possible after arrest and consider the witness's mental state.
    • If the witness doesn't identify the suspect, the officer may release the suspect, unless probable cause for an offense exists.
    • Legal representation is not required for field identification.
    • A medical emergency can justify field identification, even if the witness cannot be identified.
    • Field identification should be conducted away from the crime scene to avoid evidence contamination.
    • A written record of the field identification is required, including the location of the identification, lighting, distance of identification, witness names, suspect behavior, and remarks made by all present.

    Informal Identification

    • An informal identification occurs when an officer takes a witness to observe a suspect who is at liberty, with no probable cause for arrest.
    • Records of informal identification procedures must be maintained.
    • These records should include the observation date and time, location, the number of person observed that fit the suspect's description, the suspect's reaction to being observed, and the witness' reaction to seeing the suspect.

    Lineups & Photo Displays

    • Lineups and photo identification displays must occur according to guidelines set by the Criminal Investigations Division.

    General Rules

    • Eyewitness identifications should be conducted fairly, impartially, and without suggestiveness.
    • Prior to viewing a suspect, victims or witnesses should be informed that:
      • They are not obligated to identify anyone.
      • They should not assume guilt based on custody or the presence of handcuffs.
    • An eyewitness identification is not necessary when the witness could not identify the suspect.

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