Colorado POST Practice Exam

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When conducting a physical lineup, how many individuals should be included besides the suspect?

At least 3 individuals
At least 5 individuals
At least 7 individuals
At least 10 individuals

The correct answer is: At least 5 individuals

In a physical lineup, the recommended number of individuals to include besides the suspect is at least five. This standard helps to ensure that the lineup is fair and minimizes the risk of misidentification. A lineup with a sufficient number of participants allows for variability that can help witnesses distinguish the suspect from others. Including too few individuals could lead to a situation where the suspect stands out too much, increasing the likelihood of a wrongful identification. By having at least five people, the array becomes more representative of the general population and provides a more balanced context for the witness's decision-making process. This practice is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the identification process, which is vital for the reliability of eyewitness testimony in legal proceedings.