Fingerprints Flashcards
what does the scientific method do
decrease bias
provide protocol
validate results
who has fingerprints
all primates have friction ridge patterns
what are fingerprints
raised ridges and furrows thst are designed to help grasp
where do fingerprints show up
every surface a person touches
3 types of fingerprints
latent
patent/ visible
plastic(mold/cast)
2 main fingerprint rules
they are unique to everyone
they are permanent
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Analysis
comparison
evaluation
verification
analysis
qualitative or quantitative
comparison
similarity’s or differences between 2 fingerprints
evaluation
consistent? conclusive?
verification
second independent analysis by another qualified examiner
level 1
general ridge flow
level 2
formations and combinations
level 3
details within formations