Which identification method ensures the administrator is unaware of the suspect?

Which identification method ensures the administrator is unaware of the suspect?

• A. Photo Array
• B. Show-Up
• C. Double Blind Photo Array
• D. Line-Up

Answer: (C)

The main idea is preventing bias in eyewitness identifications by removing the administrator’s influence. A double blind photo array does exactly this: the person conducting the identification does not know which photo belongs to the suspect. Because neither the witness nor the administrator knows the suspect’s identity, there’s no chance of subtle cues or guidance shaping the witness’s choice. This makes the identification more reliable and unbiased. In contrast, a regular photo array can still allow the administrator to unknowingly cue the witness if they know which photo is the suspect. A show-up pushes the witness to identify a single person from one option, which is highly suggestive. A line-up can be biased if the administrator knows who the suspect is and unintentionally guides the witness.

The main idea is preventing bias in eyewitness identifications by removing the administrator’s influence. A double blind photo array does exactly this: the person conducting the identification does not know which photo belongs to the suspect. Because neither the witness nor the administrator knows the suspect’s identity, there’s no chance of subtle cues or guidance shaping the witness’s choice. This makes the identification more reliable and unbiased.

In contrast, a regular photo array can still allow the administrator to unknowingly cue the witness if they know which photo is the suspect. A show-up pushes the witness to identify a single person from one option, which is highly suggestive. A line-up can be biased if the administrator knows who the suspect is and unintentionally guides the witness.