The use in court of hypnotically enhanced testimony

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The leading judicial decisions on the use of hypnosis on witnesses are presented. Emphasis is on the increasing use of hypnosis by the police or prosecution with witnesses in criminal cases. Hypnosis has proved to be a valuable tool to learn facts not otherwise available. There is, however, a potential for abuse when the information learned is used directly as evidence in court or when the subjective certainty of the witness is increased to the point where cross-examination becomes ineffective. Safeguards are needed to prevent abuse.

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