Journal Published Online: 01 November 1997
Volume 42, Issue 6

Lipid-Specific Latent Fingerprint Detection: Fingerprints on Currency

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

We describe a lipid-specific lanthanide-based method of latent fingerprint detection, specifically its application to fingerprints on currency. In the counterfeiting context, the method allows one to distinguish between fingerprints placed on the paper before and after the ink deposition.

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Allred, CE
Center for Forensic Studies, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Lin, T
Center for Forensic Studies, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Menzel, ER
Center for Forensic Studies, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Pages: 7
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Stock #: JFS14251J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS14251J