Why is it so important that the person taking the suspect’s known fingerprints do a good and thorough job?
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Identification: Fingerprints are unique to each individual. Therefore, they are used as a reliable method of identification. If the person taking the fingerprints does not do a thorough job, it may lead to incorrect identification. Show more…
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