Misinformation About the Reid Technique

In a 2024 academic study, the authors reported that the Reid Technique oftentimes results in false confessions. When you read the details of the study, it becomes obvious that the authors completely misrepresented the Reid Technique process and that there is no foundation for their conclusion. In fact, when reviewing the details of the "research," it becomes very clear that the authors did not understand the Reid Technique process or intentionally misrepresented the process. For additional details, see our Investigator Tip: Academicians Do Not Tell You the Whole Story.

Also see

False Confessions: Causes and Remedies

Fact Sheet: The Reid Technique

A review of State Supreme Court and Appellate Court Decisions that Refer to the Reid Technique

Protecting the Innocent