A Forensic Print Specialist obtains latent prints at crime scenes; fingerprints dead bodies and processes fingers severed from dead bodies for fingerprint identification; uses various chemicals to process latent prints, including laser application; compares single, partial, and distorted finger and palm latent prints with exemplar prints; takes plaster cast impressions; and appears in court as an expert witness in latent print matters. Prepares and enters latent fingerprints into the Department’s Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
Education Requirement: A 4 year degree, or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from a college AND the experience requirement