Is there anything that you notice? Remember what you've learned about the Reid Technique.

From what you could see, did they detectives use the Reid Technique?

What would you have done different?

Were you surprised by the verdict?

Do you think Ashley experience as a crime scene technician gave her the belief that she could commit the prefect murder and getaway with it?

The Reid Technique consists of several key components:

The Initial Confrontation: During this phase, the investigator presents evidence and information to the suspect that suggests their involvement in the crime. The goal is to make the suspect feel guilty and anxious, increasing their willingness to talk and potentially confess.

Theme Development: The investigator develops a theme or narrative that justifies or minimizes the suspect's alleged actions. This can involve providing moral or psychological justifications for the crime, suggesting that it was accidental, or shifting the blame onto someone else. The aim is to reduce the suspect's resistance and provide them with a face-saving explanation for confessing.

Handling Denials: The Reid Technique emphasizes countering the suspect's denials by challenging their credibility or the credibility of their statements. This can involve presenting contradictions or inconsistencies in their story, using evidence against them, or suggesting that witnesses or forensic evidence point towards their guilt. The purpose is to weaken the suspect's confidence in maintaining their innocence.

Overcoming Resistance: If the suspect continues to deny involvement, the interviewer may utilize various psychological tactics to break down their resistance. This can include minimizing the seriousness of the offense, offering sympathy or understanding, or suggesting that confessing will provide relief or help them move forward.

The Confession: The final step of the Reid Technique is to secure the confession. Once the suspect has been softened and their resistance weakened, the interviewer seeks to obtain an oral or written confession that is detailed, coherent, and specific to the crime in question. The confession is often presented as the only logical explanation for the evidence and circumstances surrounding the case.

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