Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions (International Forensic Science and Investigation)

Since its publication, the first edition of Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions has become a classic in the field. This second edition is completely updated, focusing on the latest technology and techniques―including current detection procedures, applicable processing and analysis methods―all while incorporating the expansive growth of literature on the topic since the publication of the original edition.\nForensic science has been challenged in recent years as a result of errors, courts and other scientists contesting verdicts, and changes of a fundamental nature related to previous claims of infallibility and absolute individualization. As such, these factors represent a fundamental change in the way training, identifying, and reporting should be conducted. This book addresses these questions with a clear viewpoint as to where the profession―and ridge skin identification in particular―must go and what efforts and research will help develop the field over the next several years.\nThe second edition introduces several new topics, including\nDiscussion of ACE-V and research results from ACE-V studies\nComputerized marking systems to help examiners produce reports\nNew probabilistic models and decision theories about ridge skin evidence interpretation, introducing Bayesnet tools\nFundamental understanding of ridge mark detection techniques, with the introduction of new aspects such as nanotechnology, immunology and hyperspectral imaging\nOverview of reagent preparation and application\nChapters cover all aspects of the subject, including the formation of friction ridges on the skin, the deposition of latent marks, ridge skin mark identification, the detection and enhancement of such marks, as well the recording of fingerprint evidence. The book serves as an essential reference for practitioners working in the field of fingermark detection and identification, as well as legal and police professionals and anyone studying forensic science with a view to understanding current thoughts and challenges in dactyloscopy.

Politics & Social Sciences

Champod, Christophe

Lennard, Chris J.

Margot, Pierre

Stoilovic, Milutin

Social Sciences

CRC-Press

The field of fingerprinting for personal identification and criminal investigation is progressing at a rapid rate. Numerous research projects are devoted to fingerprint detection techniques and identification issues, and recent debate focuses on the admissibility of fingerprint evidence in US courts. In light of these events, as well as the previous lack of one volume that brings together the scientific and legal aspects of this discipline, the time is ideal for an easily accessible resource that gathers together and analyzes the latest findings and techniques related to fingerprint science. Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions features the insight of a recognized team of authorities, including contributors from a key institution for forensic research. Chapters cover all aspects of the subject including the formation of friction ridges on the skin, the deposition of latent prints, the detection and enhancement of such marks, recording of fingerprint evidence, and fingerprint identification itself. Recent advances in statistical interpretation, fingerprint detection techniques, and computer technology are also discussed in detail. This practical techniques manual is an ideal text for practitioners working in the field of fingerprint detection and identification, as well as anyone studying forensic science at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. There is also sufficient background material for legal professionals and police in need of an introduction to the critical subject of fingerprinting.

Since its publication, the first edition of Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions has become a classic in the field. This second edition is completely updated, focusing on the latest technology and techniques―including current detection procedures, applicable processing and analysis methods―all while incorporating the expansive growth of literature on the topic since the publication of the original edition. Forensic science has been challenged in recent years as a result of errors, courts and other scientists contesting verdicts, and changes of a fundamental nature related to previous claims of infallibility and absolute individualization. As such, these factors represent a fundamental change in the way training, identifying, and reporting should be conducted. This book addresses these questions with a clear viewpoint as to where the profession―and ridge skin identification in particular―must go and what efforts and research will help develop the field over the next several years. The second edition introduces several new topics, including <ul>
<li>Discussion of ACE-V and research results from ACE-V studies</li> <li>Computerized marking systems to help examiners produce reports</li> <li>New probabilistic models and decision theories about ridge skin evidence interpretation, introducing Bayesnet tools</li> <li>Fundamental understanding of ridge mark detection techniques, with the introduction of new aspects such as nanotechnology, immunology and hyperspectral imaging</li> <li>Overview of reagent preparation and application</li>
</ul>
Chapters cover all aspects of the subject, including the formation of friction ridges on the skin, the deposition of latent marks, ridge skin mark identification, the detection and enhancement of such marks, as well the recording of fingerprint evidence. The book serves as an essential reference for practitioners working in the field of fingermark detection and identification, as well as legal and police professionals and anyone studying forensic science with a view to understanding current thoughts and challenges in dactyloscopy.

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Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions (International Forensic Science and Investigation)

Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions (International Forensic Science and Investigation)

Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions (International Forensic Science and Investigation)