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What is one of the premises underlying handwriting examination and identification according to Kathleen Storer?
What is one of the premises underlying handwriting examination and identification according to Kathleen Storer?
In the context of handwriting examination, what must qualified experts determine first?
In the context of handwriting examination, what must qualified experts determine first?
Which accreditation body is mentioned as a key certification for handwriting experts in the text?
Which accreditation body is mentioned as a key certification for handwriting experts in the text?
In the legal case Wolf v. Ramsey, which type of handwriting expert was permitted to testify?
In the legal case Wolf v. Ramsey, which type of handwriting expert was permitted to testify?
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According to US v. Prime, what does Daubert require in terms of establishing the reliability of a process or technique?
According to US v. Prime, what does Daubert require in terms of establishing the reliability of a process or technique?
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What did the Supreme Court mention regarding scientific testimony in Daubert?
What did the Supreme Court mention regarding scientific testimony in Daubert?
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What is one reason why Allen evidence was considered more palatable to the court post-Daubert?
What is one reason why Allen evidence was considered more palatable to the court post-Daubert?
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What is a technique used to lift imprints from surfaces like tile or hardwood floors?
What is a technique used to lift imprints from surfaces like tile or hardwood floors?
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Which type of lifter can lift prints from almost any surface, including porous and rough surfaces?
Which type of lifter can lift prints from almost any surface, including porous and rough surfaces?
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In fingerprint identification, what is the purpose of taking photographs at a 90° angle to the impression?
In fingerprint identification, what is the purpose of taking photographs at a 90° angle to the impression?
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Which technique is NOT used to capture detailed information about latent imprints?
Which technique is NOT used to capture detailed information about latent imprints?
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What aspect of Allen evidence contributed to doubts about its scientific nature among courts and scientists?
What aspect of Allen evidence contributed to doubts about its scientific nature among courts and scientists?
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What are ulnar loops in fingerprint patterns?
What are ulnar loops in fingerprint patterns?
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Which fingerprint identification technique involves automatically matching one or many unknown fingerprints against a database of known and unknown prints?
Which fingerprint identification technique involves automatically matching one or many unknown fingerprints against a database of known and unknown prints?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic used for fingerprint identification?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic used for fingerprint identification?
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In the case of Brown v. State, what must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt to warrant a conviction based solely on fingerprint evidence?
In the case of Brown v. State, what must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt to warrant a conviction based solely on fingerprint evidence?
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What does AFIS stand for in the context of fingerprint identification?
What does AFIS stand for in the context of fingerprint identification?
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What is the significance of a bridge in fingerprint identification?
What is the significance of a bridge in fingerprint identification?
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