Lab Exercise : Lab Exercise #1 Latent Print Processing... | Criminal

Research Requirement:

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.