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eyewitness identification: field studies  

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  • A substantial base of laboratory research is now available to aid our understanding of eyewitness identification processes and to support recommendations for lineup reform. However, there are also a limited number of peer-reviewed, published studies that measure eyewitness responses in real police cases. [Source: Encyclopedia of Psychology and Law; Eyewitness Identification: Field Studies]

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