Visualization of latent fingerprint corrosion on a discharged brass shell casing.

Abstract:

:Latent fingerprint visualization on discharged shell casings can provide good forensic evidence, particularly if the casing is recovered at the scene of a crime where a firearm has been discharged. Unfortunately, visualization of such latent fingerprints when they were deposited prior to discharge of the firearm is problematic as both increased temperature and abrasive friction can inhibit fingerprint visualization with conventional techniques. We present a case study that demonstrates latent fingerprint visualization on a discharged shell casing recovered 14 years ago from the scene of a homicide. Previous cyanoacrylate fuming of the casing had failed to reveal any fingerprints. We use a visualization technique in which a conducting carbon powder adheres preferentially to latent fingerprint corrosion of the casing surface, following the application of a potential of 2.5 kV to the casing. This technique presents opportunities for the review of old cases and for consideration of its use in current cases.

journal_name

J Forensic Sci

authors

Bond JW,Heidel C

doi

10.1111/j.1556-4029.2009.01059.x

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2009-07-01 00:00:00

pages

892-4

issue

4

eissn

0022-1198

issn

1556-4029

pii

JFO1059

journal_volume

54

pub_type

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