Richard Ofshe

Richard Ofshe is a social psychologist and expert in the field of false memories and coercive interrogations. He is known for his research on how suggestive questioning techniques can lead individuals, including innocent people, to mistakenly confess to crimes they did not commit. Ofshe's work highlights the psychological factors that contribute to false confessions, emphasizing the impact of stress, manipulation, and memory distortion. His insights have informed legal proceedings and raised awareness about the importance of fair interrogation practices, ultimately contributing to reforms aimed at preventing wrongful convictions in the criminal justice system.