Slow the Tape for a Guilty Verdict

Does playing a video in slow motion make a jury more likely to convict?  A recent study says just that.  The use of slow-motion video has become common in criminal cases. But a new study has found that watching crimes at slower speeds leads viewers to falsely believe suspects have more time to think about their actions and act with intent, skewing…Read More

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Does playing a video in slow motion make a jury more likely to convict?  A recent study says just that.  The use of slow-motion video has become common in criminal cases. But a new study has found that watching crimes at slower speeds leads viewers to falsely believe suspects have more time to think about their actions and act with intent, skewing…Read More

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