"Introduction to Fingerprint Comparison" was written by retired FBI Supervisory Fingerprint Specialist Gary W. Jones. This book is a valuable text in learning the basic skills in fingerprint comparison. Examples and quizzes give the reader a solid foundation on which to build comparison skills. Order this title directly from the publisher and receive a 10% discount.
This 94 page book is a valuable text in preparing you to testify as an expert witness in court. You will refer to this text over and over to become more effective as an expert witness. Order this title directly from the publisher and receive a 10% discount.
A renowned group of leading forensic, identification, and criminalistic experts present, in this valuable work, exciting progress in fingerprint technology. Advances in Fingerprint Technology covers major developments in latent fingerprint processing, including physical, chemical, instrumental, and combination techniques. In addition to an explanation of numerous methods and procedures of fingerprint technology, a renowned group of leading forensic, identification, and criminalistic experts provides a concise history of fingerprinting and briefly discuss Live-Scan and Image Transmission networks. The book also includes an essential chapter on effective presentation of fingerprint evidence in court.
This book can be used as a training text for new employees or can be read by beginners. Many instructors use it as a primer for basic latent print develpment college classes. Sections cover: How latent prints are deposited, Investigating the Crime Scene, Which powders to use, How to lift and preserve the latent prints. There are simple to follow sketches on how to powder a surface and how to tear and lift with tape.
