Lab Exercise #1
Latent Print Processing
You will process 2 porous and 2 nonporous items for latent prints
using supplies you are able to obtain as described below:
1. Black fingerprint powder
2. Crushed Charcoal
3. Unsweetened Cocoa
4. Corn Starch (last resort)
5. Fingerprint powdering brush or large make-up brush.
6. Clear wide scotch tape.
7. Index cards.
It is not mandatory for you to purchase fingerprint supplies for this project.
Process two of the following Nonporous items: window, glass table, or
mirror and a door handle
Process two of the following Porous items: piece of paper and a wooden furniture item or wooden door
Please develop a 2-3 page detailing your experience with latent print processing, your results, and the value of latent prints.
Be sure to address the following in your assignment:
The total number of latent or partial latent fingerprints you located on each item and their location on the specific item.
A description of the supplies and techniques you used
Your expectations vs. your results
The value of latent fingerprint evidence in criminal investigations
**NOTE: if you are planning on using real black fingerprint powder for the project: the powder is not healthy to inhale. I suggest you either wear a painter’s mask or a simple bandanna over your nose for safety reasons.
Your assignment should be 2- 3 pages in length, written in APA format and include at least two scholarly references.