Prisoner Processing Flashcards
what are the only two areas of the body where friction ridge skin is found (specialized areas)?
- palmar surface of hand
- plantar surface of foot
what is AFIS?
AUTOMATED FINGERPRINT IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
- searchable databases of known and unknown fingerprints.
what is IAFIS?
- the FBI database that manages over 63 million criminal fingerprints records.
what color lettering does the FD-249 card have?
- RED (for criminals only)
what is the R-84 form (final disposition report)?
- used by the FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) to report initial arrest data and thereafter secure the final disposition of the charges.
what side of the R-84 is completed by the arresting agency?
- the left side
- it should match the data on the OG fingerprint card.
standard MAJOR CASE PRINT card collection consists of a minimum of how many cards?
- 5 cards
what card requires 5 impressions for each finger?
- FD-884a
for a PALM recording on a FD-844 the card is wrapped around what type of object?
- cylinder of at least 3 inches in diameter
is the ink applied directly to the palm using an ink roller?
- YES
when fingerprints are rolled, how much time is allowed to air dry?
5 minutes
when swabbing the inside of the cheek how long should you do it for?
15 seconds each side
how long should you leave the foam applicator in contact with the FTA card?
10 seconds
kits should be mailed to the FBI lab via USPS within how much time of collection?
within 24 hours
who manages the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS)?
- the FBI labratory
what type of fingerprint card is used for criminal arrest booking?
FD-249
a properly rolled fingerprint should capture what area of the finger?
- nail edge to nail edge
- tip of finger to first crease
when filling out the FD-249 criminal fingerprint card “charge citation” should be expressed in what kind of terms?
literal terms
what type of printing method is used to record major case prints?
- the INK process NOT through the digital live scan process.
- apply ink with roller
what is more reliable to identify individuals…fingerprints OR dna?
FINGERPRINTS
who inputs the final disposition data on the R-84?
- the prosecutor or the court
how many impressions are needed per finger on a FD-884a palm print card?
- 5 impressions per finger
what angle should the 4 fingers be taken on the FD-249 card?
- 45 degree angle
what is the legal foundation for using the Buccal Collection Kit?
1) DNA fingerprint act of 2005
2) Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006
