Pittsburgh Police to Test New Interrogation Techniques?

Allegheny County police departments could be part of a pilot program aimed at changing police interrogation techniques.

District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala Jr., who chairs the investigations section of a state Senate-commissioned Committee on Wrongful Convictions, acknowledged any changes could rankle some police.

"We're looking for the best practices. I'm willing to undertake pilot projects if this is coming out of the committee," Zappala said.

The Committee on Wrongful Convictions, chaired by Duquesne University law school professor John Rago, is due to release a report to the state Senate by fall that could outline several recommendations, including making it easier for convicts to gain access to DNA testing and providing monetary compensation for the wrongfully convicted.

Pittsburgh-area police may test interrogation changes - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

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