If researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of a mandatory arrest policy in decreasing incidents of intimate partner assault and a high profile murder trial involving intimate partners is taking place at the same time, it may compromise the results.

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The high profile murder trial could potentially influence public perception of the effectiveness of the policy and affect the behavior of law enforcement and victims, making it difficult to accurately evaluate the policy's impact.

If Researchers Are Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Mandatory Arrest