Discuss the difference between imprints and impressions and the different types of fingerprints

What will be an ideal response?


A good answer indicates that imprints are markings left on a surface by protruding parts of a person or vehicle and impressions are made by a person or an object in a material softer than the item of evidence making an impression. The answer should also include concepts of contaminated prints, plastic prints, and latent prints.

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The first guiding principle of the Department of Homeland Security is a. train the armed forces to adequately protect the homeland

b. equip local law enforcement as first responders in terrorist situations. c. protect civil rights and civil liberties. d. increase airport security. e. all of these choices.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the theoretical constructions of Shaw and McKay’s social disorganization theory?

A) success of informal social controls B) cultural transmission of delinquent traditions C) increased delinquent activity D) increased gang activity

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Which of the following gang recruitment strategies involves members who attempt to persuade potential members that it is their duty to join?

A) fraternity strategy B) obligation strategy C) coercive strategy D) psychological strategy

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Thereasonable doubt standardis the standard of proof necessary for conviction in most, but all, criminal trials

a. True b. False

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