Abstract: Polygraphs in hiring process. Should they be allowed?

Polygraphs are commonly employed in legal and criminal contexts. They can be used to track a person's identity and identify a suspect. These polygraphs can be intrusive to people's privacy and have a detrimental impact on them. In Halifax, polygraphs are used during the hiring process for those who are interested in a career in police enforcement. This brings many questions, whether or not the polygraph should be used in this context. The dilemma of using polygraphs throughout the recruiting process is approached differently by two opposing human viewpoints, which are deontological and…