Module 1 Flashcards
(15 cards)
What does the term “forensic” refer to in describing a forensic scientist
relating to law
what is otherwise known as “every contact leaves a trace”
Locard’s Exchange Principal
What is a feature that can allow you to group items of impressions together?
class characteristics
Name the 3 types of evidentiary prints
Latents, Patents, and Plastic
What active committee is currently tasked with the development of the standards within the latent print discipline
OSAC
Why is a standard/control important when processing evidentiary items?
It is a positive test for the reagents
During examination, at what point should documentation occur?
concurrently
True or False: as a forensic scientist, you are responsible for the recovery of latent print evidence?
False
The documented transfer of evidence is called?
Chain of Custody
The complete review of the sequential process and images in a case is referred to as..?
Technical Review
When is it acceptable for a scientist to handle evidence without gloves?
Never
What journal does the IAI produce?
the (JFI) Journal of Forensic Identification
after an item has been chemically processed for latents what precautions must be taken?
proper packaging and a potential hazard indicator
are original exemplar impressions considered evidence
yes
what are the two primary surfaces that latent prints may be developed on?
porous and non-porous surfaces
