Phrases with «fingerprint examiners»

"Fingerprint examiners" refers to people who analyze fingerprints left at a crime scene or on an object to identify the person who touched it. They compare the patterns and ridges on the fingerprints to those in a database to find a match and assist in solving crimes. Full definition

Sentences with «fingerprint examiners»

  • The report also delves into existing literature that traces how subjective judgments by latent fingerprint examiners can influence their findings, particularly when they are exposed in advance of their analysis to information about an underlying criminal investigation or shown an existing fingerprint of a suspect. (aaas.org)
  • Fingerprint examiners later analyze the multiple characteristics of a print by comparing it against known fingerprints in an effort to find similarities and render judgments about common traits. (aaas.org)
  • The American Association for the Advancement of Science is asking the Justice Department to revise newly announced uniform language on what fingerprint examiners can use in court testimony and written reports, saying statements that «rest on speculation, rather than scientific evidence» should not be allowed. (aaas.org)
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