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Polygraph testing: 10 years of practical application
https://doi.org/10.31749/2380-0550-EP2026-1-05
Abstract
The article analyzes the evolution and effectiveness of polygraph testing in the Republic of Moldova
over a decade of institutional application (2014–2023) within the Forensic and Judicial
Expertise Center of the General Police Inspectorate. Relevant quantitative data are presented
concerning the frequency of polygraph tests and the types of requests received, highlighting
a high degree of accuracy and significant practical applicability. In order to assess the actual
impact of the method, the test results were compared with court rulings, and the use of polygraph
was examined from multiple perspectives. The article also addresses the current status and
implementation of polygraph testing in the Republic of Moldova, United States of America,
Romania, and Ukraine. Based on the gathered experience, it can be concluded that polygraph
testing effectively contributes to the clarification of complex cases and, in certain situations,
enables the retrieval of additional relevant information.
The conclusions emphasize the relevance of the polygraph as a complementary investigative
tool, while also underscoring the need for continuous development of the field through advanced
professional training, regulatory harmonization, and the expansion of its application
under scientifically rigorous and ethically responsible conditions.
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Vol. 20 No. 1 (2026)
Published: 30-06-2026
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