Post reply

The message has the following error or errors that must be corrected before continuing:
Warning: this topic has not been posted in for at least 120 days.
Unless you're sure you want to reply, please consider starting a new topic.
Attachments: (Clear attachments)
Restrictions: 4 per post (4 remaining), maximum total size 192 KB, maximum individual size 64.00 MB
Uncheck the attachments you no longer want attached
Click or drag files here to attach them.
(Clear attachments)
Other options
Verification:
Please leave this box empty:
Type the letters shown in the picture
Listen to the letters / Request another image

Type the letters shown in the picture:
How many states are in the United States? (numeral):
Shortcuts: ALT+S post or ALT+P preview

Topic summary

Posted by George W. Maschke
 - Oct 17, 2003, 04:05 AM
Tina,

It would be best to consult with a local lawyer to find out what the consequences of refusing the polygraph would be.

If you fail the polygraph examination, then that fact might be used against you in considering whether you have violated the terms of your probation, depending on your state's laws.

There are techniques called countermeasures that you can use to reduce the risk of a false positive outcome. You'll find these described in The Lie Behind the Lie Detector (see Chapters 3 & 4).

Note, however, that you have posted enough information about yourself (that three people have accused you of slashing tires) that if your polygrapher were to read this post -- and some polygraphers do actively monitor this message board -- then he/she will know that you have visited this website and educated yourself about polygraphy.

Under the circumstances, your best option might be to adopt what we've termed the "complete honesty" approach by telling your polygrapher what you've learned about polygraphy. Again, I strongly suggest that you consult with a lawyer beforehand, as your liberty is at stake.
Posted by Tina_Luvz_Chris
 - Oct 16, 2003, 10:57 PM

Could someone please help me???  I am on probation and I was just told today by my PO that I have a court ordered polygraph for slashing tires...Supposedly three people called my PO and told him that I slashed there tires...If I was to refuse this polygraph would I be arrested for not taking it? Another question is: If I took the test and I failed it could this be used against me in court and would I be arrested for it? I have never had a polygraph test before and I am very very scared and  nervous of failing even when I have not done anything...Is there anything I can do to prevent this failure of happening? Please respond a.s.a.p...I only have a week before polygraph takes place...

Thanks,

Tina_Luvz_Chris