Bill > S962

This bill aims to improve the accuracy of eyewitness identification procedures in criminal investigations. The key provisions include: establishing guidelines for emergency call-taking, scene investigation, witness questioning, use of photo lineups, composite image development, and eyewitness interviews. The bill also outlines procedures for live lineups and photo arrays, including instructions for witnesses and administrators. Additionally, it provides remedies, such as allowing evidence of non-compliance to be considered in motions to suppress eyewitness identification and presented at trial. The goal is to reduce the frequency of misidentifications and help ensure the reliability of eyewitness evidence.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S962