339 Latent Print Flashcards
The LPU’s primary function is to
evaluate, compare, and identify latent fingerprints and to develop latent prints from physical evidence.
Latent prints that meet specified criteria are entered into the
Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS).
Members of the LPU are not subject to regular callouts. For emergency situations that occur during non-working hours that require the expertise of LPU personnel, contact may be made through
the Commanding Officer of the Crime Scene Unit.
All requests for LPU services will be submitted on a completed
“LATENT PRINT EXAMINATION REQUEST FORM “
Can requests be made by telephone or email?
No requests will be accepted by telephone or e-mail.
Laboratory requests forms are to be completely filled out and must include the following information:
- Sub Sector;
- Signal;
- Victims name (if known);
- Complete name of person to be compared;
- DOB; and
- JSO number (if subject has a previous record), or information regarding any out of county/state arrest activity.
Requests for evidence processing are to include the following information
- Item Submission Number(s) (6 digits);
- Item Number; and
- Description of evidence.
The LPU ____ _____ accept any physical evidence that has been processed by another crime laboratory.
will not
Services provided for AOA (Assist Other Agency) cases are limited to _________ and _________.
fingerprint comparisons and AFIS/BIS searches.
Processing evidence for an outside agency will be permitted if a joint investigation is being conducted with JSO and a ____ _____ ______ has been assigned. No evidence will be processed under an AOA case only.
JSO CCR number
Will evidence be processed under an AOA (Assist Other Agency) case only?
No
Court orders to obtain fingerprints for Judgment and Sentencing cases with no prior LPU involvement are handled by
the AFIS Unit.
