Modern Policing, Reform Efforts, and Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices for Eyewitness Identification Procedures

Authors

Joseph M. Zlatic, Webster University
Jeanie Thies, Lindenwood University

Abstract

This article discusses various avenues to law enforcement reform that have been proposed, especially in regard to adoption of evidence-based practices. The authors advocate for specific reforms regarding eyewitness identification policies and protocols, and offer an overview of the supporting research. A brief history of the challenges to police reform is presented with an emphasis on how political factors stymie success. The authors assert that expanding use of model policies for eyewitness identification, either through legislation or appealing to agencies to voluntarily adopt such policies, is relatively apolitical and requires minimal to moderate cost and effort.

Recommended Citation

Zlatic, Joseph M. and Thies, Jeanie (2021) "Modern Policing, Reform Efforts, and Implementation of Evidence-Based Practices for Eyewitness Identification Procedures," Missouri Policy Journal: Vol. 1: Iss. 11, Article 5.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.62608/2330-930X.1052
Available at: https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/mpj/vol1/iss11/5