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What are Washington state's laws on the polygraph also called the lie detector?
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∙ 14y ago
The question must be framed in a more specific manner. There are several uses of the ploygraph in WA which are legal and proper, and several which do not meet that standard.
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What does polygraph mean?
An instrument for multiplying copies of a writing; a manifold writer; a copying machine., In bibliography, a collection of different works, either by one or several authors., An instrument for detecting deceptive statements by a subject, by measuring several physiological states of the subject, such as pulse, heartbeat, and sweating. The instrument records these parameters on a strip of paper while the subject is asked questions designed to elicit emotional responses when the subject tries to deceive the interrogator. Also called lie detector
Can Washington be called a state?
Yes, it can. And the capital of Washington is Olympia. Not to be confused with Washington DC, the capital of the United States.
Where is Washington Not the state or DC just Washington?
Many states have a city named Washington. For example, Illinois has a city called Washington.
What US Supreme Court cases involve use of a polygraph?
On March 31, 1998 the US Supreme Court issued a ruling (United States v. Scheffer, 523 US 303 (1998)) that overturned a case involving polygraph evidence. However, their decision did not completely disallow the use of polygraphs as admissible evidence in criminal trials. The justices ruled (in a split decision) that state and federal governments MAY ban the use of polygraph evidence in court, declaring that doubts and uncertainties remain about the accuracy of the so-called lie-detector tests. It should be noted that the operative word in the decision is MAY and not SHALL. See related link below:
What is your nations capital called?
Within the United States it is Washington D.C.
Is poligragh testing admissable in court?
In most states, no. However, in some states they are allowed under certain circumstances. It's typically not within the trial judge's discretion when to and not to admit this evidence. Most states' appellate/supreme courts have set out rules in case law for when polygraph is admissible. For example, in several states, a polygraph is admissible in a criminal case when it is first introduced by the defendant, but the state may not be the first to introduce it. However, if the defendant introduces a polygraph test, the state may rebut that evidence with a conflicting exam.
Is a polygraph test inadmissible in court?
Although they can be used in conducting criminal investigaions, the results of polygraphs cannot normally be entered into evidence in court as other types of "evidence" might be.1980 - United States v. RobertsThe prosecutor had told the grand jury unequivocally that polygraph results were inadmissible in a court of law and the court called her on the carpet and stated that her statememnt was false and said "The Court dissapproves of the prosecutor's bold statement to the Grand Jury that polygraph evidence is inadmissible at trial. Such statements are absolutely untrue. The Ninth Circuit has held that polygraph evidence is admissible within the trial court's discretion."As current law stands it is up to the trial judge as to how he or she will handle any motion to admit polygraph evidence.However Legally in all 50 States of the US you can refuse to submit to a polygraph test and the fact that you refused the test can't be used against youin a court of law..But if you take the test it could be used against you if the trial judge decides to allow it.If a grand jury is reviewing the evidence to see if sufficient data exists to proceed with a trial they can use the results of a polygraph test in their recommendation to no-bill or indict. In my experience the accused should always appear before the grand jury and/or take a polygraph. Passing a polygraph will almost always get a no-bill. Failing it or failing to take one will usually result in an indictment.
Does some states offer free lie detector tests?
This is done freely in all states , as the government do it.
Who is called the father of ourcountry?
George Washington because he was the first president of the United States.
How accurate is polygraph test?
The answer to this question lies somewhere between "completely foolproof" and "worthless," depending on who you ask.Polygraphs measure changes in respiration, heart rate, blood pressure and galvanic skin response (perspiration, basically) as the subject is asked a series of questions. The theory is that subjects will experience stress when trying to conceal information, and that the stress will be reflected in their physiological measurements.Even the most outspoken proponents of the polygraph agree that the skill and integrity of the operator are critical to a reliable polygraph exam. Almost anyone can learn the mechanics of how to operate a polygraph, but the best polygraph examiners are also expert interrogators. They set the stage so that the subject is encouraged to believe that any attempt to lie will be discovered immediately, so there's no point in trying to beat the test. When subjects "confess" and recant a prior exculpatory statement, it's far more common for this to happen during a pre-exam or post-exam interview than during the test itself.There are no consistent standards for polygraph operators. Some states have requirements for people seeking licenses as polygraph examiners, but a person who performs polygraph exams as an employee of a business or for a government agency may not require a license, so long as he doesn't ofter his services to the public at large. Since a subject is seldom privy to the credentials of the examiner, he takes the exam at his own peril.There is another type of "lie detector," called a Computerized Voice Stress Analyzer or CVSA. These devices measure "microtremors" in the test subject's voice that are claimed to indicate deception. The time required to become certified as a CVSA operator is far less than the weeks of training for a polygraph course, and it is offered only to employees of organizations that have purchased CVSAs.Scientific tests of the CVSA indicate that the device is no more reliable at detecting deception than the flip of a coin. Polygraph evaluations don't fare a lot better in these tests, but there is some documented science behind it.
What were George Washington's parents called?
First President of the United States, George Washington's parents, were Augustine Washington (1694 - April 12, 1743) and Mary Ball Washington (1708 - 1789).
The northward extension of the sierra Nevada through the states of Oregon and Washington is called?
The Cascade Mountains
