Friction Ridge Skin

Comparison and Identification of Fingerprints

James F Cowger author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc

Published:18th Sep '92

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Friction Ridge Skin cover

Here is a complete guide to the collection, classification, and comparison of friction skin prints and the determination of identity and nonidentity. It discusses: the cause and significance of variations in prints; the importance of class characteristics in print; the application of probability in decision making; and photographic techniques and considerations.

"The book belongs in the 'must have' category...the chapters on the taking of prints, photography, and classification are clear and succinct...When it comes to comparisons, most other texts take the approach of 'well, you just do'...The present text explains how..."
- Journal of Forensic Sciences

ISBN: 9780849395024

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 590g

232 pages