Fingerprint Notes Flashcard

Fingerprint Notes Flashcard

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1.

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What is IAFIS?

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IAFIS stands for Automated Fingerprint Identification System, a national database for storing and matching fingerprints.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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How does IAFIS assist in criminal investigations?

Back

IAFIS can identify probable matches of latent prints and any print that is already in the database, aiding in solving crimes.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of surfaces are best for dusting fingerprints?

Back

Hard, non-porous substances are best suited for dusting fingerprints with powder and lifting.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many deltas are typically found in a plain whorl fingerprint pattern?

Back

A plain whorl fingerprint pattern usually has 2 deltas.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What are the general characteristics of fingerprints?

Back

Fingerprints have general characteristic ridge patterns that allow them to be systematically identified.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary purpose of fingerprint analysis?

Back

The primary purpose of fingerprint analysis is to identify individuals based on their unique fingerprint patterns.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a latent fingerprint?

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A latent fingerprint is an impression left by the friction ridges of a finger, often invisible to the naked eye.

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