Why is hypnosis not recommended for use on a defendant or person suspected of being involved in the crime under investigation?

What will be an ideal response?


Forensic hypnosis is not recommended for use on a defendant or person suspected of being
involved in the crime under investigation because people can and do lie while under hypnosis.
Confabulation can occur. The results of a hypnotic session with a suspect are of questionable
value.

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A) emancipation B) enlightenment C) empowerment D) engagement

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The most common method of challenging one's conviction is to ________________

What will be an ideal response?

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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