Leonard Saxe, a psychologist at Brandeis University, stated, 'There is no scientific proof that polygraphs can be used successfully to screen job applicants and detect attempts to deceive.' His research led to the Employee Polygraph Protection Act, indicating that polygraphs are largely discredited in hiring practices.
Saxe further criticized the decision of Oakland police, stating, 'The Oakland police are spending $800,000 on something that has been so discredited... it doesn't make a whole lot of sense that they're doing this in 2024.' This highlights the skepticism surrounding the validity of polygraph tests.
OPD claims that polygraphs help 'identify any potential risks that could harm the reputation of the department,' despite the mounting evidence against the reliability of polygraph results. Chief Floyd Mitchell noted that, 'Candidates are not eliminated from the background investigation process based on the indication of deception,' which suggests limited efficacy.
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