Advances in Fingerprint Technology (Crc Series in Forensic and Police Science) (Hardcover)

by Henry C. Lee (Author), R. E. Gaensslen (Author) "The fascinating story of the development and use of fingerprints in the last hundred years will only be properly appreciated if the reader is acquainted..." (more)
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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.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 296 pages
• Publisher: CRC-Press; 1 edition (November 30, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849395135
• ISBN-13: 978-0849395130
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,936,199 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Advances in Fingerprint Technology, May 24, 2000

By	James A. Bailey (Wilmington, NC) - See all my reviews

Advances in Fingerprint Technology edited by Henry C. Lee and R.E. Gaensslen is a specialized book that focuses on the science of fingerprinting. It is an anthology of selected works by recognized experts in the field and includes a chapter by Lee and Gaensslen. The text highlights historical events, fingerprint classification basics, matching latent impression methods, use of laser enhancement, digital image processing techniques and computer applications in AFIS systems. It also examines the development of latent fingerprints by using the application of powders, chemical treatments and fuming compounds. In addition, the text includes a discussion of numerous reagents and chemical compounds for locating latent prints. Easy instructions are given for mixing and using reagents as well as a thorough discussion of the chemical reactions involved. The concluding chapter includes suggestions for testifying in court as an expert witness. This book could be used as a reference to determine methods for developing latent prints, and resourceful defense and prosecuting attorneys could use this text as a reference in preparing their cases. Moreover, fingerprint technicians and forensic scientists would find it helpful in determining which methods would be useful in obtaining latent prints. Forensic science laboratories and identification divisions in law enforcement agencies would also find this text a beneficial reference to have available. It contains a plethora of references for those seeking additional background and information on the topic. Anyone who has an interest in forensic science would find this text not only well documented but informative.

1.0 out of 5 stars EMT Basic Exam Practice 4th Edition, February 12, 2009

By	Christina C. Lloyd (Archer Lodge, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book was not what i was expecting it to be at all. the questions were good for studying, but did not relate to the exam

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Too technical, not for law enforcement, February 25, 2008

By	Dale "Dale" (Houston) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Advances in Fingerprint Technology, Second Edition (Forensic and Police Science Series) (Hardcover)

I bought the book because of who wrote it. I expected it to be geared towards law enforcement. I am a police officer in the CSI area and I found the book to be much more of a Crime Lab book than anything we would use as police officers. The technical flow was not for me. I don't need to know what every chimical in finger print powder is or how to make my own powder.