JOURNAL ARTICLE

Racial Biases in Polygraphs and Their Legal Implications.

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2025. P. 445 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on the implications of racial biases in neuroscience, particularly regarding the reliability of skin conductance responses in polygraph testing for Black individuals compared to White individuals. It highlights concerns that the use of polygraphs, which are already criticized for their validity and reliability, may exacerbate inequities in the legal system, especially given the disproportionate incarceration rates of Black individuals. The authors advocate for a re-evaluation or potential exclusion of polygraph evidence in legal contexts due to the heightened risks it poses. The information is based on a preprint abstract and has not undergone peer review. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2025/11, p445
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:189312188
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