Your response should include why their reason for not using polygraphs in court make sense.

1. Many states, including California, do not admit polygraphs into court proceedings primarily because of concerns about their reliability and accuracy. Polygraph results are based on the assumption that physiological responses such as changes in heart rate, blood pressure, and skin conductance are indicative of deception. However, there is significant debate among experts about the validity of this assumption. Numerous studies have shown that polygraph tests can produce both false positives and false negatives, meaning they can incorrectly indicate deception or truthfulness. Moreover, the ability of individuals to control their physiological responses consciously further complicates the interpretation of polygraph results. Due to these concerns about accuracy and the potential for misuse, many states have chosen not to allow polygraph evidence in court unless all parties agree to its admission.

2. The effectiveness of polygraphs in measuring lying is widely debated among experts. While some proponents argue that polygraphs can detect deception by measuring physiological responses associated with stress, critics argue that these responses can be influenced by various factors other than deception, such as anxiety, fear, or even physical discomfort. Additionally, the ability of individuals to consciously control their physiological responses undermines the reliability of polygraph results. Research on the accuracy of polygraphs has yielded mixed findings, with some studies suggesting relatively high accuracy rates under controlled conditions, while others suggest much lower accuracy rates in real-world settings.