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identification officer

A professional who collects, analyzes, classifies and photographs physical evidence and fingerprints to identify criminals. Respnsibilities include:

  • Searches for evidence and dusts surfaces to reveal latent fingerprints.
  • Photographs crime site and fingerprints to obtain record of evidence.
  • Lifts print on tape and transfers to permanent record cards.
  • Vacuums site to collect physical evidence and submits to supervisor, identification and communications for verifications.
  • Photographs, fingerprints, and measures height and weight of arrested suspects, noting physical characteristics, and posts data on record for filing.
  • Prepares and photographs plastic moulage of footprints and tire tracks.
  • Compares fingerprints obtained with suspect or unknown files to identify perpetrator.
  • Manipulates mask mirror on specialized equipment to prepare montage of suspect according to description from witnesses.
  • May fingerprint applicant for employment or federal clearance and forward prints to other law enforcement agencies.
  • May testify in court as qualified fingerprint expert.
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