Meanings of latent impression in inglés

A latent impression may be identified, however, by comparison with the prints of a particular suspect.

The sole purpose in "developing" a latent impression is to make it visible so that it may be preserved and compared.

This print is called a latent impression, the word "latent" meaning hidden, that is, the print many times is not readily visible.

Dr. Bose has, by experimental devises, shown the possibility of tracing 'memory-impression' backwards even in inorganic matter, such latent impression being capable of subsequent revival.

Brushing does not damage or destroy latent impressions on surfaces of this type.

If no immediate results are forthcoming, the latent impressions are filed for future reference.

Powders will not develop as many latent impressions as chemicals on paper or cardboard.

Objects which have been wet or immersed in water may still bear identifiable latent impressions.

The above procedure is the usual one followed by the majority of identification bureaus in handling latent impressions.

Use care in wrapping the evidence to see that the latent impressions on the objects are not destroyed.

Active consideration should be given to the latent impressions until they are identified or the case has been successfully prosecuted.

Articles of evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies are processed for the development of latent impressions in the Latent Fingerprint Section.

If the strength of the solution is doubtful, the operator should attempt to develop test latent impressions before proceeding on evidence.

Visible prints in mediums such as blood, grease, dirt, or dust are equally important to the investigator but, strictly speaking, are not latent impressions.

In many departments, however, where such a file is maintained, too often latent impressions are simply filed with no regard to possible future use.