False Confession: The Police Interrogation Technique Putting Innocent People in Prison

Police employ various techniques to obtain confessions from suspects. These methods often involve creating a sense of trust and rapport with the suspect, demonstrating empathy and understanding, and using strategic questioning techniques. Additionally, police may employ psychological tactics like minimizing the severity of the crime, suggesting that cooperation will lead to leniency, or implying that the suspect's guilt is already known. Some officers might also use deception or pressure, such as falsely claiming that witnesses or evidence exist against the suspect, or threatening to arrest family members or friends. The effectiveness of these techniques depends on the individual suspect's personality, mental state, and the specific circumstances of the case.

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