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The Art and Science of Lie Detection: Insights from a Veteran Polygraph Examiner

In a candid and insightful interview, a seasoned polygraph examiner with over two decades of experience shares his perspectives on lie detection, investigative techniques, and the limitations and ethical considerations surrounding the use of polygraph tests.

The Nature of Polygraph Testing

The examiner recounts his extensive career, beginning in 1996, where he has been involved in testing cases ranging from outrage of modesty and rape to voluntary confessions and matrimonial disputes. He emphasizes that polygraph examinations are complex and rely on detecting physiological responses—such as breathing patterns, skin conductivity, blood pressure, and heart rate—that are difficult to control consciously.