Showup Identification

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The type of identification indicated in the scenario would be a showup, as only one individual was presented to the cashier just after the robbery occurred (Hall, 2015). A showup is extremely suggestive, therefore must be conducted with caution. The preferable method of identification would be a lineup, consequently, in some areas, this is not conducive due to time constraints. A showup identification process should only be utilized when the suspect is apprehended within a short period of time following an incident. In this scenario the cashier could indicate the suspect apprehended is the same individual who committed the robbery, conversely, the cashier could indicate their inability to make a positive identification. In the instance where

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