Police Misidentification

Police misidentification occurs when law enforcement incorrectly identifies an individual as the suspect in a crime. This can happen due to mistaken eyewitness testimony, flawed eyewitness memory, poor visibility, or biased procedures during line-ups or photo arrays. Such errors can lead to wrongful accusations, arrests, and even convictions, impacting innocent people's lives. Recognizing the potential for misidentification highlights the importance of careful, evidence-based investigation techniques to ensure accurate suspect identification and prevent wrongful harm.