Beyond sequential presentation: Misconceptions and misrepresentations of sequential lineups
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2009-02Author
Lindsay, R. C. L.
Mansour, Jamal K.
Beaudry, J. L.
Leach, A-M
Bertrand, M. I.
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Lindsay, R., Mansour, J., Beaudry, J., Leach, A. & Bertrand, M. (2009) Beyond sequential presentation: Misconceptions and misrepresentations of sequential lineups, Legal and Criminological Psychology, vol. 14, , pp. 31-34,
Abstract
Malpass, Tredoux, and McQuiston-Surrett (2009), hereinafter 'MTM', provide comments
on the sequential lineup, research comparing sequential and simultaneous lineups, and
the policy implications of this literature. We will comment on points of agreement and
disagreement. First, we agree with the following:
(1) Peer review, publication of results, and diversity of methods, procedures, and
subject populations significantly contribute to the value of research as a basis both
for psychological understanding and for recommended policy.
(2) Absence of error, omission, and confounds make interpretation and application
easier.
These conclusions are not revolutionary but seem to occupy a great deal of MTM's
thinking.
We disagree with many things that MTM have to say but have room here only to
address a few.