NCJ Number
238786
Journal
Journal of Forensic Identification Volume: 62 Issue: 3 Dated: May - June 2012 Pages: 234-242
Date Published
June 2012
Length
9 pages
Annotation
The number of identifiable latent prints developed on firearms evidence over a 3-year period was collected.
Abstract
Data referencing the number of identifiable latent prints developed on firearms evidence over a 3-year period was collected. The results showed a recovery rate of 13 percent on firearms and 7.6 percent on ammunition magazines. Factors that play a role in the recovery of identifiable latent prints are discussed. (Published Abstract)