Which organization is cited regarding false confessions?

• A. FBI
• B. Center for Wrongful Convictions
• C. Supreme Court
• D. American Bar Association

Answer: (B)

False confessions occur when someone signs a statement admitting to a crime they didn’t commit, often under pressure during interrogation. The Center for Wrongful Convictions is a leading source for research on this issue, compiling case reviews, studies, and policy analyses that explain how coercive tactics, lengthy questioning, and vulnerabilities (such as youth, mental impairment, or intoxication) can lead to untrue admissions. They also advocate reforms to prevent false confessions, like recording interrogations and ensuring access to legal counsel. While organizations like the FBI, the Supreme Court, or the American Bar Association engage with related topics, this center is the most directly associated with documenting and analyzing false confessions in depth.