Limiting Factors In The Prosecutorial Process

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The prosecutorial process must deal with limiting factors in obtaining evidence and subsequently using it in investigations. Limiting factors could include eyewitness statements and scientific evidence admissibility. The prosecutor must weigh the importance of the evidence against the reliability of the evidence. Eyewitness statements can be affected by viewing conditions and post-event information (Busey & Loftus, 2007). If the witness’ initial account is limited by poor eye sight or poor lighting, and then exposed to post-event suggestion, the witness may alter their account of the event. The witness may believe that they are stating the truth, without realizing their memory has been supplemented with the additional information. In

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