Cannabis intoxication does not impair eyewitness recall with the Sketch Cognitive Interview but increases confidence in lineup errors
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A study has found that cannabis intoxication does not impair eyewitness recall when using the Sketch Cognitive Interview, but may increase confidence in incorrect lineup identifications. However, other reports suggest that cannabis intoxication can disrupt memory and potentially create false memories, blurring or reshaping recall of events. The impact of cannabis on memory and eyewitness recall appears to be complex and not entirely clear.
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