NCJ Number
233837
Journal
Polygraph Volume: 39 Issue: 4 Dated: 2010 Pages: 193-199
Date Published
2010
Length
7 pages
Annotation
From a review of the literature, this paper claims that the danger of a higher false positive (FP) error rate found in testing victims may also exist in non-victim situations when testing truth-teller examinees with vivid memories. A preventive remedy is discussed.
Abstract
The danger of having a higher false positive (FP) error rate in testing victims has been acknowledged over the years (Ginton, 1993; Ginton, 1997; Horvath, 1977; Raskin, 1986), and calls for extra caution and specific steps to be taken (Ginton, 1993; Ginton, 1997). Based on a recently published new concept - Relevant Issue Gravity (RIG) (Ginton, 2009) - the present paper claims that this danger exists also in non-victim situations when testing truth-teller examinees that have vivid memories related to the event under investigation (the relevant issue). A recommended preventive remedy in the way of conducting the test is suggested. (Published Abstract) References