Chapter 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Database that is used to find matches for DNA evidence gathered from a crime scene or victim
A
Cobis
2
Q
Database that can be used to find matches for fingerprints found at a crime scene
A
AFIS
3
Q
What is Locards Principle?
A
With contact between two items, there will be an exchange.
4
Q
What is an example of a class characteristic?
A
Nail polish
5
Q
What is an example of an individual characteristic?
A
Color
6
Q
What does the acronym IBIS mean?
A
Integrated Ballistics Indentification System
7
Q
3 main types of fingerprints?
A
Arches, loops, and whorls
8
Q
What does the acronym AFIS ?
A
Automated fingerprint identification system
9
Q
Database used to find matches to bullets or firearms found at a crime scene
A
IBIS
