The case for polygraph testing of sex offenders

Author: Grubin, Don1

Source: Legal and Criminological Psychology, Volume 13, Number 2, September 2008 , pp. 177-189(13)

Publisher: British Psychological Society

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Abstract:

Purpose

To describe the issues associated with the post-conviction testing of sex offenders (CST).

Arguments

Post-conviction sex offender testing (PCSOT) is used widely in sex offender treatment and supervision programmes, but it is not without controversy. Much of the criticism of PCSOT, however, arises because of confusion between it and other applications of polygraphy. It is argued that the evidence for accuracy and utility, although not definitive, is sufficient to justify the use of PCSOT. Ethical issues are also addressed.

Conclusion

Whatever the pros and cons of polygraph use in other settings, PCSOT can make a valuable contribution to sex offender treatment and management.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: 10.1348/135532508X295165

Affiliations: 1: Newcastle University and the Northumberland, Tyne & Wear NHS Trust, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

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