Fingerprint Processing and Quality Control

The video tutorial explains the role of the OSBI as a state repository for criminal fingerprint cards in Oklahoma. It details the process of receiving and processing these cards through AFIS, highlighting the importance of accurate identification and quality control. The tutorial also covers the processing of applicant and civilian fingerprint cards for various purposes, such as teaching, adoption, and law enforcement roles.

What is the primary function of the OSBI in Oklahoma?

• To provide legal advice to the police departments

• To manage all criminal cases in the state

• To serve as a repository for criminal fingerprint cards

• To oversee all law enforcement agencies

Which office is NOT mentioned as a source of fingerprint cards for the OSBI?

• Governor's Office

• District Attorney's Office

• Court Clerk's Office

• Sheriff's Office

How does the OSBI receive fingerprint cards?

• Only through electronic submissions

• Only through mail

• Through both mail and electronic submissions

• Through in-person submissions only

What happens if AFIS finds a potential match for a fingerprint?

• The system automatically confirms the match

• The fingerprint is discarded

• The system sends an alert to the police

• A human verifies the potential match

Why is it crucial to ensure the accuracy of fingerprint records?

• To increase the speed of processing

• To ensure correct comparisons for future cases

• To prevent identity theft

• To reduce the workload of law enforcement

What is one of the tasks performed during quality control of fingerprints?

• Removing old fingerprints from the database

• Adjusting the boxes to include only the fingerprint

• Adding new fingerprints to the database

• Sending fingerprints to other states

What can be adjusted during the quality control process to improve fingerprint identification?

• The color and sequence of the prints

• The size and shape of the prints

• The background noise and minutiae

• The type of ink used for the prints

What issue can arise if multiple fingers are in the same box during quality control?

• It can lead to missing data

• It can make the prints too dark

• It can result in false hits

• It can cause the prints to be too light

Which of the following is NOT a type of applicant fingerprint card processed by the OSBI?

• Teacher

• Medical doctor

• Foster parent

• Police officer

What is the purpose of processing applicant fingerprint cards?

• To create a new criminal record

• To determine if the person has an existing record

• To update the person's personal information

• To issue a new identification card