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Task: Identification Generally
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Neil v. Biggers, 409 U.S. 188 (1972).

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The issue with all identification procedures is that the conduct of the
police in conducting the procedures cannot be overly suggestive.

Considerations:

• Witness’ opportunity to view suspect at the time of the crime.
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• Witness’ focus of attention at time of crime.

• Accuracy of witness’ description of suspect prior to identification
procedure.
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• Level of certainty exhibited by the witness in making the
identification.

• The length of time that has passed between the crime and the
identification.
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– Note-Police should articulate these points when documenting an
identification procedure.

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