Scott Fraser: Why eyewitnesses get it wrong

Scott Fraser: Why eyewitnesses get it wrong

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Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the wrongful conviction of Francisco Carrillo for a 1991 murder based on faulty eyewitness testimony. It highlights the fallibility of human memory and the importance of scientific analysis in legal cases. A forensic expert's analysis of the crime scene lighting led to a reenactment that demonstrated the impossibility of accurate identification, resulting in Carrillo's release after 21 years. The video emphasizes the need for integrating science into the legal system and cautions against the reliability of reconstructed memories.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the Innocence Project mentioned in the text?

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What was the outcome of the retrial petition for Francisco Carrillo?

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What does the speaker suggest about the relationship between science and the law?

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What caution does the speaker advise regarding the accuracy of memories?

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