Suspects Quote by James Duane
““Even innocent criminal suspects, when they are a little bit nervous, can say things that they did not mean to say—as we have seen—or accidentally provide mistaken information.””
About This Quote
Source Legal Lecture, 2020
Nervous suspects may unintentionally say or provide false information.
In simple terms: Stress can cause accidental false statements.
Key Takeaway
Ensure careful questioning.
Themes
law
communication
stress
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- rights
- truthfulness
- miscommunication
Key Concepts
legal procedure
interrogation
Questions to Reflect On
- How to protect suspect rights?
- What safeguards prevent false statements?
A Different Perspective
Pressure can distort truth.
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