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Fingerprinting and Photographing Arrestees Basic Law Enforcement Training 1 Instructor BLET: 12D TITLE: FINGERPRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHING ARRESTEES Lesson Purpose: To present to the student appropriate methods for gathering information for an arrest record, for obtaining and recognizing a legible set of inked impressions, and obtaining identifying information for photographs. Training Objectives: At the end of this block of instruction, the student will be able to achieve the following objectives in accordance with information received during the instructional period: 1. List three (3) ways to submit criminal fingerprint cards and final disposition reports to the Identification Section of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). 2. Given one (1) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Arrest Fingerprint Card and one (1) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Fingerprint Card, be able to prepare these cards for submission to the Identification Section of the SBI by completing as much of the information as possible from a given fact situation. 3. Given one (1) Final Disposition Report, be able to complete as much of the form as possible from a given fact situation. 4. Given a hypothetical situation and pertinent information, complete required information on photograph of arrestee. 5. Roll and recognize a legible set of inked impressions. Hours: Six (6) Instructional Method: Lecture/Demonstration/Practical Application Training Aids: Arrest Report Forms FBI and SBI Fingerprint Cards Final Disposition Report Form Fingerprint Stands and Equipment Camera and Equipment Identification Signs References: Identification Manual. Raleigh, NC: State Bureau of Investigation, 1979.
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Fingerprinting and Photographing Arrestees

Basic Law Enforcement Training 1 Instructor

BLET: 12D TITLE: FINGERPRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHING ARRESTEES Lesson Purpose: To present to the student appropriate methods for gathering

information for an arrest record, for obtaining and recognizing a legible set of inked impressions, and obtaining identifying information for photographs.

Training Objectives: At the end of this block of instruction, the student will be able to

achieve the following objectives in accordance with information received during the instructional period:

1. List three (3) ways to submit criminal fingerprint cards

and final disposition reports to the Identification Section of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).

2. Given one (1) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Arrest

Fingerprint Card and one (1) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Fingerprint Card, be able to prepare these cards for submission to the Identification Section of the SBI by completing as much of the information as possible from a given fact situation.

3. Given one (1) Final Disposition Report, be able to

complete as much of the form as possible from a given fact situation.

4. Given a hypothetical situation and pertinent information,

complete required information on photograph of arrestee.

5. Roll and recognize a legible set of inked impressions.

Hours: Six (6) Instructional Method: Lecture/Demonstration/Practical Application Training Aids: Arrest Report Forms

FBI and SBI Fingerprint Cards Final Disposition Report Form Fingerprint Stands and Equipment Camera and Equipment Identification Signs

References: Identification Manual. Raleigh, NC: State Bureau of

Investigation, 1979.

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"Mechanics of Arrest: Processing Arrestees." Basic Law Enforcement Training. Salemburg, NC: North Carolina Justice Academy, 1995.

North Carolina Criminal Law and Procedure. Charlottesville, VA: Matthew Bender & Company, Inc., 2003.

State v. Ladd, 308 N.C. 272, 302 S.E.2d 164 (l983).

Prepared By: Georgia Cloutier

Instructor/Coordinator North Carolina Justice Academy

Ladonna Brooks Division of Criminal Information State Bureau of Investigation

Date Prepared October 1997 Reviewed By: Kathy Moore

Agency Legal Specialist North Carolina Justice Academy

Date Reviewed: December 1998

October 2001 Revised By: Kathy Moore Date Revised: June 1999

January 2000 April 2000

Revised By: Andrew Tallmer

Agency Legal Specialist North Carolina Justice Academy

John Aldridge Assistant Attorney General Law Enforcement Liaison Section

Date Revised: September 2000 Revised By: Susan Pruitt

State Bureau of Investigation Date Revised: March 2001

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Revised By: Jon Blum

Instructor/Coordinator North Carolina Justice Academy

Date Revised: November 2001 Revised By: Lorrin Freeman Assistant Attorney General Law Enforcement Liaison Section Date Revised: January 2005

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TITLE: FINGERPRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHING ARRESTEES - INSTRUCTOR NOTES The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Fingerprint Cards and the Final Disposition Form are used in this block of instruction. Each of these forms and cards should be marked as "Sample" to preclude them from accidentally being submitted. Instructors need to obtain copies of these forms by contacting their local FBI and SBI offices. The six (6) hours of instruction should be taught using the following guidelines: 1. First Hour:

a) Complete introduction, objectives, reasons for instruction, fingerprinting and photographing laws, and the importance of fingerprints.

b) Issue an SBI and FBI Fingerprint Card and Final Disposition Report to each student.

2. Second Hour:

a) Describe how to fill out the information on SBI fingerprint card. b) Use felony scenario and have each student fill out SBI fingerprint card as

discussed. c) Use transparencies for various codes to print all data on card and have student

describe themselves as arrestee. d) Make sure all information is printed on fingerprint documents, not in cursive.

3. Third Hour:

a) Describe how to fill out the information on FBI fingerprint card. b) Describe how to fill out the information on the Final Disposition Report. c) Discuss the value and uses of fingerprints. d) Discuss the importance of photographs.

4. Fourth Hour:

a) Discuss policies concerning problem areas in the fingerprinting process. b) Describe how to fill out the information on the applicant fingerprint cards.

5. Fifth Hour:

a) Discuss basic fingerprint patterns. b) Discuss material from outline on how to take fingerprints. c) Demonstrate how to take a legible set of inked impressions.

6. Sixth Hour:

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a) Have students pair off with a classmate and actually complete rolled and plain impressions on the SBI and FBI Fingerprint Cards.

b) Clean up procedures for equipment and students. c) Have students validate classmate’s forms. d) Evaluate forms and cards and secure or allow students to retain for personal uses. e) Conclusion of instruction.

7. To promote and facilitate law enforcement professionalism, three (3) ethical dilemmas

are listed below for classroom discussion. At their discretion, instructors must provide students with each ethical dilemma listed below. Sometime during the lecture instructors should Aset the stage@ for the dilemma prior to taking a break. Instructors are encouraged to develop additional dilemmas as needed.

a) After fingerprinting a suspect, you realize you have put the same hand twice on

the fingerprint card. You=ve already processed the individual and the magistrate has released him. What will you do?

b) You arrest a suspect for a traffic offense. Fingerprints are not usually taken for

this offense, but you suspect him in a series of break-ins so you do it anyway. What should be done?

c) If an individual objects to being fingerprinted or resists being fingerprinted for a

felony charge what should be done?

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TITLE: FINGERPRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHING ARRESTEES I. Introduction

NOTE: Show slide, "Fingerprinting and Photographing Arrestees."

A. Opening Statement

During this block of instruction the student will become familiar with the North Carolina laws regulating photographs and fingerprints, procedures for obtaining this information, and how it is used at the local, state, and national levels of the criminal justice system.

The student will complete information on the fingerprint documents according to the appropriate submission procedures and practice the proper techniques for obtaining and recognizing a legible set of inked impressions.

B. Training Objectives

NOTE: Show slide(s), "Training Objectives."

C. Reasons

All too often, agencies do not follow the appropriate submission procedures for fingerprints and photographs. As a result, many of the fingerprints and photographs submitted to the SBI are illegible or valuable information (identifying data, criminal charges, etc.) is incomplete, missing, or incorrect.

The criminal justice community must learn the correct method of obtaining arrest data and develop the ability to recognize a legible set of inked impressions. This data not only acts as a source of documentation for state and national Computerized Criminal Histories (CCH), but is also the data base for the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). In addition, these documents are utilized for such things as latent fingerprint comparisons, handwriting comparisons, and other investigative aids.

II. Body

A. Arrest Processing Laws

1. When an officer arrests an adult, the officer obtains photographs and fingerprints pursuant to G.S. 15A-501 and 15A-502.

2. General statutes concerning fingerprinting and reporting of dispositions

a) G.S. 15A-502. Photographs and fingerprints.

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NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 15A-502."

(1) A person charged with the commission of a felony or a

misdemeanor may be photographed and his fingerprints may be taken for law enforcement records only when he has been:

(a) Arrested or committed to a detention facility, or

(b) Committed to imprisonment upon conviction of

a crime, or

(c) Convicted of a felony.

It shall be the duty of the arresting law enforce-ment agency to cause a person charged with the commission of a felony to be fingerprinted and to forward those fingerprints to the State Bureau of Investigation.

(2) This section does not authorize the taking of photo-

graphs or fingerprints when the offense charged is a Class 2 or 3 misdemeanor under Chapter 20 of the General Statutes, "Motor Vehicles."

(3) This section does not authorize the taking of photo-

graphs or fingerprints of a juvenile alleged to be delinquent except under Article 21 of Chapter 7B of the General Statutes.

(4) This action does not prevent the taking of photographs,

moving pictures, video or sound recordings, fingerprints, or the like to show a condition of intoxication or for other evidentiary use.

(5) Fingerprints or photographs taken pursuant to G.S. 15A-

502(a) may be forwarded to the State Bureau of Inves-tigation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or other law enforcement agencies

b) G.S. 15A-1381. Definition of disposition. -- The term

"disposition" means any action which results in termination or indeterminate suspension of the prosecution of a criminal charge. A disposition may be any one of the following actions:

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 15A-1381."

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(1) A finding of no probable cause pursuant to G.S. 15A-

511 (c) (2);

(2) An order of dismissal pursuant to G.S. 15A-604;

(3) A finding of no probable cause pursuant to G.S. 15A-612 (a) (3);

(4) A return of not a true bill pursuant to G.S. 15A-629;

(5) Dismissal pursuant to G.S. 15A-931 or 15A-932;

(6) Dismissal pursuant to G.S. 15A-954, 15-955 or 15A-

959;

(7) Finding of a defendant=s incapacity to proceed pursuant to G.S. 15A-1002 or dismissal of charges pursuant to G.S. 15A-1008;

(8) Entry of pleas of guilty or no contest pursuant to G.S.

15A-1011, without regard to the sentence imposed upon the pleas, and even though prayer for judgment on the pleas be continued;

(9) Dismissal pursuant to G.S. 15A-1227;

(10) Return of verdict pursuant to G.S. 15A-1237, without

regard to the sentence imposed upon such verdict and even though prayer for judgment on such verdict be continued.

c) G.S. 15A-1382. Reports of disposition; fingerprints.

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 15A-1382."

(1) When the defendant is fingerprinted pursuant to G.S.

15A-502 and prior to the disposition of the case, a report of the disposition of the charges shall be made to the State Bureau of Investigation on a form supplied by the State Bureau of Investigation within 60 days following disposition.

(2) When a defendant is found guilty of any felony,

regardless of the class of felony, a report of the disposition of the charges shall be made to the State Bureau of Investigation on a form supplied by the State

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Bureau of Investigation within 60 days following disposition. If a convicted felon was not fingerprinted pursuant to G.S. 15A-502 prior to the disposition of the case, his fingerprints shall be taken and submitted to the State Bureau of Investigation along with the report of the disposition of the charges on forms supplied by the State Bureau of Investigation.

d) G.S. 15A-1383. Plans for Implementation of Article;

punishment for failure to comply; modification of plan.

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 15A-1383."

N.C.G.S. 15A-1383 directs the senior resident superior court judge to develop a plan, entered as an order, to ensure that the agencies in that district submit fingerprints and information about dispositions of criminal matters to the SBI.

(1) Each senior resident superior court judge shall file a plan

with the Director of the State Bureau of Investigation for the implementation of the provisions of this Article. In drawing up the plan, the senior resident superior court judge may consult with any public official having authority within his district or set of districts as defined in G.S. 7A-41.1(a) and with any other persons as he may deem appropriate. Upon the request of the senior resident superior court judge, the State Bureau of Investigation shall provide such technical assistance in the preparation of the plan as the judge desires.

(2) A person who is charged by the plan with a duty to make

reports who fails to make such reports as required by the plan is punishable for civil contempt under Article 2 of Chapter 5A of the General Statutes.

(3) When the senior resident superior court judge modifies,

alters, or amends a plan under this Article, the order making such modification, alteration or amendment shall be filed with the Director of the State Bureau of Investigation within 10 days of its entry.

(4) Note to student: Refer to the Judicial Plan in your

district for federally mandated fingerprinting and reporting. The Judicial Plans should list two (2) categories of misdemeanors that must be fingerprinted in order to comply with federal mandates.

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e) G.S. 7B-2200. Transfer of jurisdiction of juvenile to superior court.

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 7B-2200."

A district court after notice, hearing, and a finding of probable cause may transfer jurisdiction over a juvenile to superior court if the juvenile was 13 years of age or older at the time the juvenile allegedly committed an offense that would be a felony if committed by an adult. If the alleged felony constitutes a Class A felony and the district court finds probable cause, the court shall transfer the case to the superior court for trial as in the case of adults.

f) G.S. 7B-2201. Fingerprinting juvenile transferred to superior

court.

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 7B-2201."

When jurisdiction over a juvenile is transferred to the superior court, the juvenile shall be fingerprinted and his fingerprints shall be sent to the State Bureau of Investigation. Note to student: Refer to the Judicial Plan in your district for information on who is responsible for fingerprinting these juveniles and when it should be done.

g) G. S. 7B-2102. Fingerprinting and photographing delinquent

juveniles.

NOTE: Show slide, "G.S. 7B-2102."

(1) A law enforcement officer or agency must fingerprint and photograph a juvenile when:

(a) The law enforcement officer has prepared a

complaint for filing as a petition; and

(b) The complaint charges one of more nondivertible offenses, as set forth in G.S. 7B-1701; and

(c) The juvenile was at least ten years old at the

time the offense(s) was committed; and

(d) The juvenile is in the physical custody of law enforcement or the Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

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(2) If law enforcement cannot or does not take fingerprints

or photographs of a juvenile under the above section or the prints have been destroyed, the officer must fingerprint and photograph a juvenile:

(a) Who has been adjudicated delinquent; and

(b) Who is 10 years old or older at the time of the

commission of the offense; and

(c) The juvenile has been adjudicated delinquent for conduct which would be a felony if committed by an adult.

(3) All fingerprints and photographs must be made in proper

format for transfer to the SBI and FBI. After a juvenile who is 10 years or older has been adjudicated delinquent of a felony, the fingerprints must be sent to the SBI and placed in AFIS to be used for all investigative and comparison purposes. Other than this electronic file, fingerprints and photographs must be maintained separately from any juvenile record. They are not public records, must be withheld from inspection, are not to be placed in the clerk=s records, and are not eligible for expunction.

(4) Under G.S. 7B-2102(e), the custodian of records must

destroy the juvenile=s fingerprints and photographs at the earliest of the following events:

(a) The intake counselor or prosecutor does not file

a petition against the juvenile within one year of the fingerprints and photographs being taken; or

(b) The court does not find probable cause pursuant

to G.S. 7B-2202; or

(c) The juvenile is not adjudicated delinquent of any offense that would be a felony or misdemeanor if committed by an adult.

h) Fingerprinting and photographing sixteen (16) and seventeen

(17) year olds

NOTE: Show slide, "Fingerprinting 16 and 17 Year Olds."

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Sixteen and seventeen year olds who are arrested with probable cause to believe they have committed a criminal offense should be fingerprinted and photographed as adults under the requirements set forth in G.S. 15A-502. Although G.S. 7B-1501 of the North Carolina General Statutes defines “juvenile” as a person under the age of eighteen, G.S. 7B-1501(7) defines a “delinquent juvenile” as a person who, while less than sixteen, but at least six years of age, commits a crime. Therefore, a sixteen or seventeen year old who commits a crime is not a delinquent juvenile, but instead is charged and processed as an adult. Note: G.S. 7B-2103, which limits the taking of fingerprints or photographs of juveniles for nontestimonial purposes, specifically excludes from its protection juveniles who are charged as an adult.

Note: Law enforcement officers should be aware that a sixteen or seventeen year old may fall within the definition of an Aundisciplined@ juvenile. Under the law, a person under 18 who is regularly disobedient to and beyond the disciplinary control of his parent, guardian, or custodian, or is regularly found in places where it is unlawful for a juvenile to be, or who has run away from home for a period of more than 24 hours, is considered an undisciplined juvenile. G.S. 7B-1501(27). Although law enforcement officers may take an undisciplined juvenile into custody, G.S. 7B-1900(2), it is not a crime to be an Aundisciplined@ juvenile. Thus, a sixteen or seventeen year old who is taken into custody because he is Aundisciplined@ may not be fingerprinted.

B. The Importance of Fingerprints

NOTE: Show slide, "The Importance of Fingerprints."

1. Of all the methods of identification, fingerprinting has proven to be both

infallible and impeccable. Its superiority over the older methods such as branding, tattooing, distinctive clothing, photography, and body mea-surements has been demonstrated time after time. While many cases of mistaken identification have occurred with other identification methods, no two individual’s= fingerprints have been found to be identical.

2. Law enforcement agencies that regularly contribute fingerprints to the

SBI, play an important role in the drama of identification. Their actions expand the fingerprint files, thereby increasing the value of the files to all criminal justice agencies. Mutual cooperation and efficiency are the results.

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3. Criminal identification through fingerprints is one of the most potent

factors aiding in the apprehension of fugitives, who might otherwise escape arrest and continue their criminal activities indefinitely. This type of identification also makes possible an accurate determination of the number of previous arrests and convictions, which of course, results in the imposition of more equitable sentences by the courts. In addition, this system of identification enables the prosecutor to present his case in the light of the offender's previous record and also provides the probation officers, parole board, and the governor with definite information upon which to base their judgments in dealing with criminals within their jurisdictions.

4. Traditionally, persons arrested for crimes have been fingerprinted and

their fingerprints became the primary source for a criminal history record. The fingerprints were placed into a classification system for searching, comparison, and identification purposes. In the past, North Carolina utilized the manual classification system known as the Henry Classification System; however, in recent years the fingerprint files have been converted to the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS). The majority of the AFIS data base is compiled from the ten print arrest cards although certain applicant and delinquent juvenile prints are included. AFIS has made it possible to conduct searches of latent fingerprints as well as ten print cards.

5. Fingerprints are necessary to ensure positive identification. Because of

the seriousness of the decisions being made in the criminal justice process based on criminal history information, the documents used for generating, controlling, and confirming the criminal history record must provide positive identification. The fingerprints of the person arrested not only control the recording of additional information on the criminal history record, but also provides the means for tracking the individual as he/she moves through the criminal justice system. Therefore, the criminal justice information system is totally dependent on the utilization of fingerprints to confirm each entry on all criminal history records.

6. Criminal record information is maintained by police departments,

sheriff=s offices, courts, correctional institutes, and parole and probation agencies. Most states also have central criminal identification bureaus to which certain information about persons arrested for various offenses is forwarded. In many states, the criminal identification bureau has little more than a fingerprint card file of all persons who have been arrested, but in some states, the central repository maintains complete criminal history records. Nearly all states are in the process of establishing an agency to maintain summaries of individuals' criminal histories indexed by name and available to some or all criminal justice agencies within the state. This is the case in North Carolina.

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7. The identification function by its nature is primarily and necessarily a

state-level function. Identification records at the local level are many times incomplete. Identification records at the federal level are sometimes incomplete because the federal government cannot require submission of necessary source data from local agencies, nor can it respond rapidly to changes in law or procedures at the state and local levels. Thus, the construction and operation of 50 separate state-level identification bureaus, each operating effectively, are prerequisites to a successful national identification program and to a successful national criminal history program.

8. Accurate identification is essential to the success of any criminal history

program. Without positive fingerprint based identification to link a disposition with an arrest and to link arrests with an individual offender, computerized criminal histories quickly lose credibility and operational utility.

C. Submission Policy and Procedures

NOTE: Issue one (1) SBI Arrest fingerprint card with final disposition attached (2 part SBI card) and one (1) FBI Criminal fingerprint card.

1. The SBI Identification Section utilizes a dual submission policy with a

follow-up final disposition report when a person is fingerprinted for criminal record purposes.

2. Complete and submit the SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card and the FBI

Criminal Fingerprint Card to the SBI Identification Section as soon as possible after arrest. Do not hold these fingerprint cards.

3. The final disposition report should be stapled to the original copy of the

criminal process charging the defendant. The criminal process--warrant, magistrate's order, or order of arrest--should then be delivered to the magistrate or clerk of court. The clerk of court should submit the disposition information to the SBI within sixty (60) days from the date of disposition in court.

Note: Procedures are different for fingerprinting delinquent juveniles.

4. All criminal fingerprint cards and final disposition reports may be

submitted in one of the following ways:

NOTE: Show slide, "How to Submit Fingerprint Cards and Final Disposition Reports."

a) First class mail addressed to:

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State Bureau of Investigation 3320 Garner Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0500 ATTENTION: Identification Section

b) Interagency State Courier Service Mail Pickup located at each

county seat, addressed to:

CM 51-41-24 State Bureau of Investigation 3320 Garner Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0500 ATTENTION: Identification Section

c) Electronic transmission of fingerprint cards through Live Scan

devices. Any agency planning to use electronic transmission must contact the SBI Identification Section in order to coordinate this process.

The arresting agency enters the data for the SBI and FBI criminal fingerprint cards and final disposition report into Live Scan. The fingerprint impressions are also taken and the images accepted into Live Scan. Both the SBI and FBI fingerprint cards are electronically transmitted to the SBI. The final disposition report is printed at the arresting agency and forwarded to the clerk of court=s office.

5. Upon receipt of these fingerprint cards, the Identification Section will

begin the process by conducting a computerized name check in an attempt to locate any existing criminal history record in the state Computerized Criminal History (CCH) files. All applicant and criminal fingerprint cards are checked through these files. In addition, all appli-cant fingerprint cards are checked through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) wanted persons file in an attempt to locate any outstanding fugitive warrants. If a warrant is located, the contributing agency is notified immediately so appropriate action may be taken.

Note: Applicant fingerprint cards are submitted to the SBI for processing background checks on certain employment and concealed handgun permit applicants.

6. If no existing criminal history record is located on the computerized

name check, a fingerprint characteristic search of the SBI Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) is conducted in an attempt to

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locate an existing criminal history record. Agencies requesting a NCIC Wanted Persons file to be checked must indicate this by placing a notation on the fingerprint card.

Note: Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) is a computer based system for reading, encoding, matching, storing and retrieving fingerprint minutiae and images.

7. If an existing criminal history record is located, either by the name check

or AFIS search, it is forwarded to the contributing agency provided they have requested a response. The SBI fingerprint card is retained in the state files and the arrest information appearing on the SBI fingerprint card along with identifying data will be entered into the state Computerized Criminal History (CCH) files by the SBI Identification Section. (This computerized data is retrievable by any criminal justice agency that has authorized access to a DCI terminal for criminal justice purposes.)

8. The SBI Identification Section will forward the FBI criminal fingerprint

card to the FBI after the inclusion of the SBI number, if the record has never been indexed in the national data base under the National Fingerprint File (NFF). If an FBI number is available, it will also be included on the FBI fingerprint card which will result in a shorter processing time.

9. Final disposition information is reported to the SBI through the Adminis-

trative Office of the Courts (AOC) computer system.

D. Preparation of the SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card for Submission

1. The SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card is supplied free of charge to all law enforcement agencies by the State Bureau of Investigation. These cards have the agency's name, address, and Originating Routing Identifier (ORI) preprinted on the card. (The FBI assigns each law enforcement/criminal justice agency an identifier known as an ORI.) You may order these fingerprint cards by sending a requisition to:

N.C. State Bureau of Investigation 3320 Garner Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0500 ATTENTION: Identification Section

2. You may also order fingerprint documents through the Division of

Criminal Information (DCI) computer terminal if you are a certified operator. Type the following to obtain the formatted screen: "FS" space "FPC" and transmit. Indicate on the formatted screen the quantity and type of fingerprint documents. Also, list the ORI, agency, street address,

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city, state and ZIP code at the bottom of the screen and transmit. The format is already programmed to go to terminal "IDP" which is in the Identification Section.

3. The SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card is used to document an individual's

entrance into the criminal justice system. Fingerprint cards are the only documents used to establish Computerized Criminal Histories (CCH) at both the state and national levels. The card is to be filled out with all available information at the time of arrest. Fingerprints must be rolled nail to nail in each fingerprint block and must be in the correct sequence. If the fingerprints are unacceptable or if any vital information is missing, the SBI will return the card to your agency without fully processing it.

4. As soon as the card is completed, place both the SBI and FBI cards

together and submit them to the SBI. It is most important to submit fingerprint cards to the SBI Identification Section as soon after arrest as possible. Many times the individual may be wanted and the SBI may have this information or can obtain it while processing the fingerprint cards.

5. All information placed on the SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card must be typed

or printed in ink legibly.

E. Submission of Photographs and Fingerprints of Pre-Adjudicated Juveniles

NOTE: Issue one (1) two-part SBI Arrest fingerprint card and one (1) FBI fingerprint card.

1. Law enforcement agencies shall fingerprint and photograph a juvenile

who was 10 years of age or older at the time the juvenile allegedly committed a nondivertible offense as set forth in N.C.G.S. 7B-1701, and when a complaint has been prepared for filing and the juvenile is in the physical custody of law enforcement or Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ).

NOTE: The fingerprints and photographs taken at this pre-adjudication stage may be submitted, in the discretion of local agencies. Only when the juvenile is adjudicated delinquent does transmission to the State Bureau of Investigation for placement in the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) become mandatory.

a) Completely fill out both the SBI and FBI fingerprint cards

including fingerprints.

b) In the AAdditional Arrest Data@ block on the back of the SBI card, the phrase AJuvenile/Nondivertible Offense@ should be listed.

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c) Submit SBI arrest and the FBI criminal fingerprint cards to the

SBI with the photograph. Live scan agencies must mail photograph to the SBI with CKN#, complete name, and date of birth listed on the back.

d) Submit the Final Disposition Report form to the Chief Court

Counselor (Juvenile Court). The Chief Court Counselor should submit to the SBI the final outcome of the case by recording the information on the form or other means approved by the SBI and the OJJ.

e) Fingerprints and photographs taken pursuant to this section shall

be destroyed at the earlier of the following:

(1) The intake counselor or prosecutor does not file a petition against the juvenile within one year of fingerprinting and photographing the juvenile;

(2) The court does not find probable cause pursuant to G.S.

7B-2202; or

(3) The juvenile is not adjudicated delinquent of any offense that would be a felony or a misdemeanor if committed by an adult.

f) The Chief Court Counselor shall notify the local custodian of

records, and the local custodian of records shall notify the SBI when a decision is made not to file a petition, the court does not find probable cause, or the court does not adjudicate the juvenile delinquent.

2. Nondivertible offenses are as follows:

a) Murder b) First degree rape or second degree rape c) First degree sexual offense or second degree sexual offense d) Arson e) Any violation of Article 5, Chapter 90 of the General Statutes

that would constitute a felony if committed by an adult f) First degree burglary g) Crime against nature, or h) Any felony which involves the willful infliction of serious bodily

injury upon another or which was committed by use of a deadly weapon.

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F. Submission of Photographs and Fingerprints of Adjudicated Delinquent Juveniles

NOTE: When a juvenile is adjudicated delinquent, transmission of fingerprints to the State Bureau of Investigation for placement in the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) becomes mandatory.

1. If for any reason fingerprints and photographs are not taken as set forth

above, or fingerprints and photographs have been destroyed pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7B-2102, the law enforcement agency or sheriff=s office shall fingerprint and photograph a juvenile who has been adjudicated delinquent if the juvenile was 10 years of age or older at the time the juvenile committed an offense that would be a felony if committed by an adult.

2. Fingerprints and photographs taken pursuant to this order shall be taken

in a proper format and transmitted to the State Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The State Bureau of Investigation shall place these fingerprints into the Automated Fingerprints Identification System (AFIS) to be used for all investigative and comparison purposes.

3. Fingerprints and photographs taken pursuant to this order on juveniles

are not public record and shall not be included in the Clerk of Court=s record. Fingerprints and photographs so taken shall be withheld from public inspection or examination.

4. Except as provided in G.S. 7B-2102, nontestimonial identification

procedures shall not be conducted on any juvenile without a court order issued pursuant to this Article unless the juvenile has been charged as an adult or transferred to Superior Court for trial as an adult.

5. Submit the following documents to the SBI as listed below.

a) Completely fill out both the SBI and FBI fingerprint cards

including fingerprint.

b) In the AAdditional Arrest Data@ block on the back of the SBI card, the phrase AAdjudicated Delinquent Juvenile@ should be listed.

c) Submit SBI arrest and the FBI criminal fingerprint cards to the

SBI with photograph and a copy of the signed adjudicated order. Live scan agencies must mail photograph and order to the SBI with the CKN#, complete name, and date of birth listed on the back of the photograph.

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d) Do not submit the Final Disposition Report form to the Clerk of Court or Chief Court Counselor. The form should be destroyed.

6. These records on delinquent juveniles cannot be disseminated beyond the

investigative channels. These are not criminal history records.

G. Instructions for Completing the SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card (See Example 1 and 1-A)

NOTE: Show slide, "Preparing SBI Arrest Fingerprint Cards" and fill out card while explaining each section.

NOTE: Distribute example "SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card" handout and complete with students while explaining each section. Use a scenario and have each student fill out 2 part SBI card. List "Sample" at top in "leave blank" space or "ORI" space.

NOTE: Show slide, ASBI Fingerprint Card.@

1. The complete name of the subject arrested is to be listed as indicated; last

name, first name, and middle name. Please make certain that the name is spelled correctly because many times the signature is illegible.

2. The complete agency name, address, and ORI will be preprinted in this

space by the SBI for contributing agencies prior to the issuance of cards to the agency. The arresting agency's cards will be used in most cases when fingerprinting a subject with the exception of the procedures for "ARREST FOR ANOTHER AGENCY WITHIN THE SAME COUNTY." (See the section on "POLICIES AND LEGAL OPINIONS CONCERNING PROBLEM AREAS IN THE FINGERPRINTING PROCESS.")

The agency listed in this block will be used when this arrest is documented in the computerized criminal history (CCH) file. Also, any replies generated or any questions concerning this arrest will be directed to the agency listed in this block.

3. List any and all alias names or nicknames.

4. The unique check-digit computer number will be preprinted in this space.

This number will be the key to linking the disposition of the case back to the arrest information. This very important number must be printed on the arrest process--warrant, magistrate's order, or order for arrest.

Do not reuse this number on a different date of arrest--use a new card with a new number. Also, do not transpose the number onto the FBI card.

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5. List the date of birth numerically - month, day, and year. If the subject

refuses to give the date of birth and it is not available, please list an approximate age. John Doe=s cannot be submitted with the year of birth of 1901. An approximate age should be listed on John Doe prints when a year of birth is not available.

6. Sex is to be listed as M for male, F for female.

NOTE: Show slide, "Race Codes."

7. Race is to be listed by placing an individual in one of the following

categories by writing the appropriate letter in the space provided:

W - White I - American Indian or Alaskan Native B - Black A - Asian or Pacific Islander U - Unknown

NOTE: Show slide, "Height Codes."

8. Indicate the subject's height in feet and inches using all numerics.

Examples: 6'1" = 601, 6'11" = 611, 6' = 600

NOTE: Show slide, "Weight Codes."

9. Indicate the subject's weight in pounds using all numerics.

Examples: 186 or 098, etc.

NOTE: Show slide, "Eye Color Codes."

10. List the subject's eye color by placing one of the following eye color

codes in the space provided:

BLK - Black GRY - Gray MAR - Maroon BLU - Blue GRN - Green PNK - Pink BRO - Brown HAZ - Hazel XXX - Unknown

NOTE: Show slide, "Hair Color Codes."

11. Color of hair should be indicated by writing one of the following color

codes in the space provided:

BAL - Bald (when subject has lost most of his hair or is hairless) BLK - Black GRY - Gray or partially BLN - Blonde or Strawberry RED - Red or Auburn

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BRO - Brown SDY - Sandy

NOTE: Show slide, "Skin Tone Codes."

12. Skin tone should be indicated by placing one of the following codes in the space provided:

ALB - Albino FAR - Fair MBR - Medium

Brown BLK - Black LGT - Light OLV - Olive DKR - Dark LBR - Light Brown RUD - Ruddy DBR - Dark Brown MED - Medium SAL - Sallow YEL - Yellow

13. If the subject has any missing fingers, indicate by marking the box YES;

if the subject does not have any missing fingers, NO.

14. Indicate the state where the subject was born. The state should be indicated by a two (2) digit abbreviation code.

Example: South Carolina - SC, California - CA

15. If the FBI number is known, please place the number in the space.

16. If known, list the State Identification Number (SID) number (also known

as the SBI Number) in this space. "NC" should be placed before the number to indicate that it is a North Carolina SID Number.

17. If the social security number is known, place the number in this space.

The social security number is a very important identifier.

18. In this space list the subject's driver's license number. Indicate the state of issuance before the number.

19. The signature of the person being fingerprinted should appear in this

space. If the subject refuses, or is not able to sign, indicate this by noting "Refuses to Sign" or "Not Able to Sign" as the case may be.

20. The individual who actually took the fingerprints should sign his/her

name and date in this space.

21. Indicate the presence of any scars, marks, tattoos, and amputations that the subject may have. Also, indicate where they are located on the body. This information is useful in the identification process.

22. Additional identifying data would include miscellaneous numbers and

any other useful data that can assist in identifying this individual. Also,

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when a juvenile is transferred to superior court be sure to make the notation Ajuvenile transferred to superior court@ in this block.

23. Rolled fingerprint impressions are taken in these ten (10) blocks. Finger-

print impressions should always include the complete first joint and be rolled nail to nail. Indicate amputations, mutilations, or missing at birth fingers in the correct fingerprint block. If the first joint of the finger is missing, make "Amp" notation in the finger block. Do not attempt to roll the second joint. The SBI will retain fingerprint cards with AAMP@ and ATIP AMP@ notations.

If only a portion of the first joint is missing, then roll the remaining portion and make the notation "Tip Amp." If there is a fresh cut or wound, do not print that finger. Make the notation "Temporary Injury" or "Bandaged Finger" in the finger block. The SBI will retain fingerprint cards with temporary injuries and keep in file based on a partial classification.

The purpose of the red blocks is to assist in the alignment of fingerprint impressions that are to be scanned through the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).

The fingers should be rolled so that the centers of the fingerprint impres-sions appear in the center of the blocks. It is imperative that the fingers continue to be rolled nail to nail.

24. The two (2) thumb prints and eight (8) fingerprint impressions are taken

at the bottom of the card in this area. These are taken simultaneously and are referred to as "plain impressions."

25. This portion of the fingerprint card is for listing each charge. At the

beginning of each charge, place an "M" in parentheses to indicate a misdemeanor charge or an "F" in parentheses to indicate if it is a felony charge. Multiple charges may be listed on one (1) card as long as there is only one (1) date of arrest. Drugs or controlled substances must be listed as "possession," "manufacture," or "possession with intent to sell or distribute" drugs or controlled substances. The schedule may be listed along with the above, but not alone. Abbreviations will be accepted only if they are well-known abbreviations such as BE&L for Breaking, Entering, and Larceny.

Multiple Counts for the Same Charge (same crime). When you have multiple counts, list the number of counts beside the charge. Do not list each count separately because the Case Number (OCA#) and/or Date of Offense (DOO) are different.

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Multiple Charges (different crimes). When you have multiple charges, list each charge separately in the charge block. NOTE: If there are more charges than there is space provided for in the charge block, list additional charges on a separate SBI fingerprint card with descriptive information and the right plain impressions.

26. Indicate each North Carolina General Statute that was violated as it

corresponds to the actual charge. This field is optional but can be useful in verifying the appropriate charge has been listed in the charge block.

27. Indicate the date the subject was arrested or received. This data could

possibly differ from the day the subject was fingerprinted. If there is more than one (1) date of arrest, another set of fingerprints will have to be taken for each date of arrest.

28. The arresting agency's case number should be placed here. Highway

Patrol officers should place the citation number in this block.

29. State agencies should list the officer's name in this space.

30. State agencies should list the officer's registered number in this space.

31. State agencies should list the county of jurisdiction in this space (county where the subject will be tried in court).

32. Indicate in this space what happened to subject at the time of arrest.

Indicate if the subject was released on bond or turned over to another county or state.

33. Indicate any additional information you feel is pertinent to this subject or

the arrest. Information listed in this space includes the SBI case number when an SBI agent is assisting in the arrest and certain juvenile information.

When fingerprinting a juvenile that allegedly committed a nondivertible offense, list the following: AJuvenile/Non-divertible Offense.@

When fingerprinting an adjudicated delinquent juvenile, list the following: AAdjudicated Delinquent Juvenile.@

Examples of other information that can be listed are: subject is an escape risk, subject has suicidal tendencies, or the arresting officer=s name (Officer A.B. Smith). This is helpful if the SBI needs to contact someone in reference to the fingerprint card.

34. The date of birth is to be listed in this space.

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35. Complete current residence of subject fingerprinted is written here. This is a good investigative tool for future use.

36. Subject's occupation is written here. Good investigative tool for future

use.

37. The name and address of nearest relative. This information could be used at a future date by an investigative officer.

38. Name and address of firm subject is employed by, if known. Possible

investigative tool for future use.

39. Indicate if a photograph is on file in your department's files.

40. Indicate whether or not your department desires a response regarding the subject=s criminal history record from the state level. A reply will be sent only if checked "Yes." If your agency has a DCI terminal you will receive a notification over the terminal. The notification will indicate either APrior Record@ or ANo Prior Record@ and will list the identifying information so the terminal operator can perform the appropriate inquiry to retrieve the record. Agencies that do not have a terminal will receive responses through their servicing agency=s terminal. If an agency does not have a terminal or a servicing agency, the SBI will mail a copy of the criminal record from the state level in North Carolina.

41. If there is an urgent need for a reply from both the SBI and FBI, indicate

in this space. The card will then be given top priority and wired to the FBI. This should be done only in cases of real need. Examples: individuals who have been arrested for fingerprintable offenses and their identity is unknown or unknown deceased victims.

42. Palm prints are to be taken in space provided. Palm prints have proven

to be invaluable in latent print examinations and you are strongly urged to take them whenever possible.

Note: Any time a subject has a bad skin condition or deformed fingers making it impossible to obtain good legible impressions, be sure to attach a special letter or notation to the fingerprint cards explaining the situation requiring special handling consideration.

Note: All fields are important, but certain fields are mandatory for the SBI to retain a fingerprint card submission. This is the least amount of information on a fingerprint card that will be retained by the SBI. If the following fields do not have descriptor data or arrest information then the fingerprint card will be returned.

a) Subject=s complete name (#1)

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b) Subject=s date of birth (#5) c) Subject=s sex (#6) d) The arrest charge(s) (#25) e) The date of arrest (#27)

Additional information is required for state agencies. Descriptor and arrest information must be entered in the fields listed above and below for the SBI to retain the fingerprint card submission.

a) Citation number or case number (#28) b) Officer=s name (#29) c) Officer=s number (#30) d) County of jurisdiction (county where the subject will be tried)

(#31)

NOTE: Refer students to Example 1-A "Example of a completed SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card."

H. Preparation of the FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card for Submission

1. The FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card is supplied free of charge to all law

enforcement agencies by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The FBI card, as the SBI card, has the agency's name, address, and ORI preprinted on the card. You may order FBI fingerprint cards by sending a requisition to:

State Bureau of Investigation 3320 Garner Road Raleigh, NC 27626-0500 ATTENTION: Identification Section

2. The FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card is to be utilized in the same fashion

as the SBI arrest, probation, and custody cards. The card is to be filled out with all the available information at the time of arrest or receiving. Fingerprints must be rolled from nail to nail in each fingerprint block and must be in the correct sequence. If the fingerprints are unclassifiable, or if any vital information is missing, the FBI will return the card to your agency without processing it.

3. As soon as the card is completed, place both the FBI and the SBI cards

together and submit them to the SBI. It is most important to submit fingerprint cards to the SBI Identification Section as soon after arrest or receiving as possible. Many times the individual may be wanted and the SBI may have information or can obtain it while processing the fingerprint cards.

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4. All information placed on the FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card must be typed or printed in ink legibly.

I. Instructions for Completing the FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card (See Example 2

& 2A)

NOTE: Distribute handout, "FBI Fingerprint Card" and demonstrate how to complete with students.

NOTE: Show slide, "FBI Fingerprint Card."

1. The complete name of the subject is to be listed as indicated: last name,

first name, and middle name. Please make certain that the name is spelled correctly because many times the signature is illegible. Suffix denoting seniority (Jr., Sr., II, etc.) should follow the middle or first name.

2. The signature of the person being fingerprinted should appear in this

space (in ink). If the subject refuses, or is not able to sign, indicate this by noting "Refuses to Sign" or "Not Able to Sign" as the case may be.

3. If the social security number is known, write the number in this space.

The social security number is a very important identifier. Additional social security numbers used by the subject may be entered in the "Additional Information/Basis for Caution" block.

4. List any and all alias names, nicknames, or maiden names. If more space

is needed, enter additional aliases in the "Additional Information/Basis for Caution" block.

5. If the FBI number is known, please list the number in this space.

6. If known, list the SID Number/SBI Number in this space. "NC" should

be placed before the number to indicate that it is a North Carolina SID Number.

7. List the date of birth numerically - month, day, and year. If the subject

refuses to give the date of birth and it is not available, please list an approximate age. Fingerprint cards of persons 99 years old or older are not processed by the FBI. List additional dates of birth in the "Additional Information/Basis for Caution" block.

8. Sex is to be listed as M for male, F for female. Indicate in the

"Additional Information/Basis for Caution" block if the subject is a transvestite (cross dresser) or has had a sex change operation, list any opposite sex names in the alias block.

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9. Race is to be listed by placing an individual in one of the following categories by placing the appropriate letter in the space provided:

W - White I - American Indian or Alaskan Native B - Black A - Asian or Pacific Islander U – Unknown

10. Indicate the subject=s height in feet and inches using all numerics (3 characters). Fractions of an inch should be rounded off to the nearest inch.

Example: 6'1 = 601, 6'11 = 611, 6' = 600

11. Indicate the subject=s weight in pounds using all numerics (3 characters).

Fractions of a pound should be rounded off to the nearest pound.

Example: 186 or 098, etc.

12. List the subject=s eye color by placing one of the following eye color codes in the space provided:

BLK - Black GRY - Gray MAR - Maroon BLU - Blue GRN - Green PNK - Pink BRO - Brown HAZ - Hazel XXX - Unknown MUL - Multicolored

13. Color of hair should be indicated by writing one of the following color

codes in the space provided:

BAL - Bald (when subject has lost most of his hair or is hairless) BLK - Black GRY - Gray or partially BLN - Blonde or Strawberry RED - Red or Auburn BRO - Brown SDY - Sandy WHI - White XXX - Unknown

14. Rolled fingerprint impressions are taken in these ten (10) blocks.

Fingerprint impressions should always include the complete first joint and be rolled nail to nail in the proper sequence. Indicate amputations, mutilations, or missing at birth fingers in the correct fingerprint block.

If the first joint of the finger is missing, make "AMP" notation in the finger block. Do not attempt to roll the second joint. If only a portion of the first joint is missing, then roll the remaining portion and make the notation "TIP AMP." (The FBI will retain fingerprint cards with AAMP@ or ATIP AMP@ notations.) If there is a fresh cut or wound, do not print that finger. Make the notation "Temporary Injury" or "Bandaged Finger" in the finger block. (The FBI will return to the contributing agency

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fingerprint cards with temporary injuries because a complete classification formula cannot be obtained.)

15. The two (2) thumb prints and eight (8) fingerprint impressions are taken

at the bottom of the card in this area. These are taken simultaneously and are referred to as "plain impressions."

16. If juvenile fingerprints are being submitted to be treated as an adult,

please check Ayes@ for juvenile submission and Ayes@ for treat as adult. These are juveniles between 13 and 16 and bound over to superior court.

Juvenile/Nondivertible Offenses and Adjudicated Delinquent Juveniles, check Ayes@ for juvenile submission, but leave the block for treat as adult blank.

17. Indicate the date the subject was arrested or received. If there is more

than one (1) date of arrest, another set of fingerprints will have to be taken for each date of arrest.

18. The law enforcement agency=s ORI, agency name, and address must be

listed in this space. If a reply is needed from the FBI regarding the subject=s criminal history record, check the "YES" box. If your agency has a DCI terminal you will receive a notification over the terminal. The notification will indicate either APrior Record@ or ANo Prior Record@ and will list the identifying information so the terminal operator can perform the appropriate inquiry to retrieve the record. Agencies that do not have a terminal will receive responses through their servicing agency=s terminal. If an agency does not have a terminal or a servicing agency, the FBI will mail a copy of the criminal record from the national level. (If no reply is needed, do not check the "YES" box.)

The arresting agency=s ORI and address will be listed in most cases when fingerprinting a subject, but an exception is listed under the procedures for "ARREST FOR ANOTHER AGENCY WITHIN THE SAME COUNTY." (See the section on POLICIES AND LEGAL OPINIONS CONCERNING PROBLEM AREAS IN THE FINGERPRINTING PROCESS.)

The agency listed in this block will be used when this arrest is documented in the computerized criminal history. Also, any replies generated or any questions concerning this arrest will be directed to the agency listed in this block.

19. If any other criminal justice agency requires a copy of the FBI=s reply,

list their ORI, agency name, and address in this space.

20. The date of offense can be listed in this space.

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21. Indicate the state where the subject was born. The state should be

indicated by a two (2) digit abbreviation code. Also, if subject was born in another country, list the location.

Example of state codes in U.S.: South Carolina - SC, California - CA

22. List the country of citizenship in this space. If born in the United States,

list as "U.S.," otherwise list the country.

23. This space should be used for any miscellaneous number that could identify the subject.

Example: Operator=s license number (include state); U.S. Military Service Number, passport number, etc.

24. If the subject has scars, marks, tattoos, and amputations, list in this space.

Also, indicate where they are located on the body. This information is useful in the identification process.

25. List the complete current residence of the person fingerprinted in this

space. This is a good investigative tool for future use.

26. List the city of the subject=s residence in this space.

27. List the state of the subject=s residence in this space.

28. The name or number (assigned work number or officer=s number) of the official who actually took the fingerprints should be listed in this space.

29. The arresting agency=s case number or the Department of Correction=s

(DCN) Number should be listed in this space. (Number must be no more than ten characters.)

30. If a photograph is available in your department files, check this "YES"

box. If not leave this box blank.

Indicate if palm prints were taken by checking this "YES" box. Palm prints should always be taken on the SBI card; therefore, the "YES" box would need to be checked.

31. List the name and address of firm where the subject is employed (if

known). Possible investigative tool for future use.

If employed by the U. S. government, indicate the specific agency. If military, list the branch of service and serial number.

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32. List the subject=s occupation in this space.

33. This portion of the fingerprint card is for listing each charge. Drugs or controlled substances are listed as "possession," "manufacture," or "possession with intent to sell or distribute" drugs or controlled substances. All charges should be spelled out in literal terms on the FBI card. If there are more than three (3) charges, continue numbering and place additional charges in the "Additional" block.

Multiple Counts for the Same Charge (same crime). When you have multiple counts, list the number of counts beside the charge. Do not list each count separately because the Case number (OCA#) and/or Date of Offense (DOO) are different. Only list one DOO and one OCA.

Multiple Charges (different crimes). When you have multiple charges, list each charge separately in the charge block. NOTE: If there are more charges than space provided for in the charge block, list the additional charges in block number 35 ("ADDITIONAL"). If more space is needed, block number 37 ("ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/BASIS FOR CAUTION") can also be used. If these additional blocks are used, specify "Additional Charges."

34. List the final disposition for each listed charge, if known. (The final

disposition from court will not be known at the time of arrest.)

35. List additional charges that were not listed in block number 33 ("CHARGE/CITATION").

36. List additional dispositions that were not listed in block number 34

("DISPOSITION") if available.

37. You can list additional information that is appropriate, or if there is a basis for caution, that information can also be listed in this space. You may also specify additional charges in this space if necessary. (Enter multi-informational data that did not fit in blocks provided--such as additional DOB or social security number.)

J. Preparation of the Final Disposition Report for Submission

1. The purpose of this report is to record the initial data of an individual's

arrest and thereafter secure the final disposition of the arrest at the earliest possible time. It is the responsibility of the arresting agency to complete all known information in the spaces provided on the left-hand side of the disposition report. After the subject has been through the judicial process, the clerk of court will enter the disposition information into the Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) criminal data base.

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The next day the disposition information will be received on- line through the computer at the SBI.

2. Great care should be exercised in filling out the final disposition report.

The arrest and descriptive information must be consistent with the infor-mation listed on the corresponding arrest fingerprint card. The final disposition report is vitally important for completion of a subject's record in SBI and FBI identification files. The final disposition report should be submitted in every instance where arrest fingerprints were forwarded to the SBI.

3. The following pages explain the procedures for filling out the final

disposition report. The example has a number in each information block and an explanation of each numbered item.

4. The SBI Final Disposition Report form should be attached to the original

criminal process charging the individual. In most cases the form will be given to the magistrate. The date of arrest (DOA) and check digit number (CKN) from the fingerprint card must be recorded on each original process. This process allows the information from the arrest to be entered by the clerk of court into the AOC computer, and therefore, to be reported to the SBI by computer interface when the disposition of the case is final.

5. NOTE: All information placed on the Final Disposition Report must be

typed or legibly printed in ink.

K. Instructions for Completing Final Disposition Form - To Be Completed By the Arresting Agency (See Example 3 & 3A)

NOTE: Distribute handout, "SBI Final Disposition Form" and complete with students.

NOTE: Show slide, "SBI Final Disposition Form."

1. SID Number - If known, list the SID Number (SBI number) in this space.

2. FBI Number - If known, list the FBI number in this space.

3. Name - The complete name of the subject as it appears on the SBI and

FBI fingerprint cards, warrant, order for arrest, etc.

4. Race - Race is to be listed by placing an individual in one of the following categories by writing the appropriate letter in the space provided.

W - White I - American Indian or Alaskan Native

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B - Black A - Asian or Pacific Islander U - Unknown

5. Date of Birth - List the date of birth numerically - month, day and year.

If the subject refuses to give the date of birth and is not available, please list approximate age.

6. Sex - Sex is to be listed as M for Male, F for Female.

7. Social Security Number - If the social security number is known, place

the number in this space.

8. Arrest Number (OCA) - The arresting agency's case number should be placed here.

9. Date of Arrest - List the date of arrest. This date will be the date the

warrant or order for arrest was served. The date of arrest must appear the same as on the SBI and FBI fingerprint cards.

10. Offenses Charged at Arrest

a) List all charges and/or counts in this space.

b) Print the check-digit number and date of arrest on all warrants or

order for arrest relating to this arrest.

11. Contributor of Fingerprints - Record your ORI number, agency name and address in this block. We recommend you obtain a stamp to record this data.

12. Court Ordered Expungement - This block should be checked when

submitting a Court Ordered Expungement. A copy of the Certified Court Ordered Expungement and the disposition of the case should be attached to this form. As much information as possible should be provided on this form to assist the SBI in locating the record.

13. Signature - The individual completing this form should sign their name

in this space.

14. Title - The title of the individual completing this form should be placed here.

15. Date - The date this form was completed should be recorded here.

NOTE: If an agency has jurisdiction in more than one (1) county, and is serving warrants in more than one (1) county within their jurisdiction then a separate disposition form should be filled out for each county.

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Only one (1) SBI and FBI fingerprint card would have to be filled out as long as the date of arrest is the same. Also, list the county where the subject will be tried along with the charge on the fingerprint card.

L. Value and Uses of Fingerprints

1. Fingerprint impressions, palm print impressions, as well as the

information contained on a fingerprint card can be of extreme importance and value in any or all of the following:

NOTE: Show slide, "Values of Fingerprints."

a) Identifying fugitives from justice.

b) Providing prosecuting attorneys, judges, and parole and

correctional officers with backgrounds of subjects.

c) Providing a source of reference for cases involving latent fingerprints.

d) Providing signatures for fraudulent document comparisons.

e) Identifying unknown deceased persons.

f) Locating missing persons.

g) Identifying victims of amnesia or accidents.

h) Providing investigative leads.

i) Uncovering criminal information in regard to persons seeking

employment in law enforcement and certain other occupations.

j) Means of personal identification.

k) Recognition by the government of honored dead.

l) Personal identification in disaster work.

m) Exchanging of criminal-identifying information with identi-fication bureaus of foreign countries in cases of mutual interest.

2. The most convincing argument for the use of fingerprints is that it is the

most reliable means of identification.

M. The Importance of Photographs

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NOTE: Show slide, "The Importance of Photographs."

1. The physical appearance of people in our society today can and may be altered professionally, or with the availability of beauty aids on the open market may be accomplished by the layman with very little expense and be limited only by one's own imagination.

2. Hair on head along with facial hair may be altered in color and style.

Eyes, teeth, and bone structure also may be changed in a matter of hours for anyone that has a desire to become inconspicuous for various reasons.

3. A photograph taken at the time of arrest along with fingerprint impres-

sions are very valuable sources of documentation and may be used at the local, county, state, and national level to identify a suspect wanted for commission of a criminal offense.

4. Type of camera and lens

a) Type of film

b) Type of lights required, if any

5. Type of identification board

a) Name of agency

b) Photo number system and when to change, if after or before

board is used

c) Date taken d) Height of board is between waist and chest areas

e) Height scale behind suspect (arrestee)

(1) Used for record photo, front and profile

(2) Not used for photo line-up purposes, front bust

photograph only

f) Number of photographs taken for each arrest

6. When photographs are taken the following identifying information should be listed on the back of the photograph:

NOTE: Show slide, "Arrestee Information."

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a) Subject's name

b) Subject's race c) Subject's date of birth

d) Case number or citation number

e) Subject's social security number

f) Date photograph was taken

g) Arresting agency

N. Policies and Legal Opinions Concerning Problem Areas in the Fingerprinting Process

1. Arrest for another agency out-of-county warrants

When an agency serves an out-of-county warrant on an individual for a felony or other offense required by their judge=s plan to be fingerprinted, such agency should:

a) Fingerprint the subject on the SBI and FBI fingerprint cards

bearing their own ORI number and address.

b) Complete the left portion of the final disposition report bearing their own ORI number and address and print the check-digit number onto the arrest process--warrant, magistrate's order, or order for arrest.

c) The charge should be recorded on the fingerprint card and final disposition report with the statement "out-of-county warrant," the name of the county issuing the warrant and the charge. Example: Out-of-County Warrant from (Wake County) for Breaking, Entering and Larceny.

d) Complete and submit the fingerprint cards to the SBI as soon as

possible.

e) Attach the final disposition report to the original process charging the individual allowing it to flow back to the originating county and clerk of court.

f) The clerk of court from the originating county should record the

final disposition information and submit when the final disposition is known.

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Note: If the originating county receives the individual, routine fingerprinting is not required or encouraged because it will result in duplication of arrest information in the CCH file. If fingerprints are taken they should be for local record-keeping purposes and not submitted to the SBI when the arresting agency has already completed the process.

Note: If any agency arrests a person on a felony warrant for another county, and the arresting agency is also charging this subject with a felony, the arresting agency is responsible for fingerprinting on two (2) separate sets of SBI and FBI fingerprint cards and disposition reports. The steps listed above should be followed on the out-of-county charge. The normal procedures should be followed on the arresting agency's charge.

2. Arrests for another agency within the same county

If an agency serves a felony warrant or other process which requires fingerprinting by their judicial plan for another agency within the same county, the procedures listed below should be followed. Also, if an agency provides fingerprinting services for another agency within their county, the procedures listed below should be followed.

a) The subject should be fingerprinted on SBI and FBI fingerprint

cards bearing the ORI number and address of the agency requesting the arrest or the offense jurisdiction.

b) The left portion of the final disposition report form should also

be completed bearing the ORI number and address of the agency requesting the arrest or the offense jurisdiction. The check-digit number should be printed on the arrest process--warrant, magistrate's order or order for arrest.

c) The fingerprint cards should be completed and submitted to the

SBI as soon as possible.

d) The final disposition report form should be attached to the original process which charges the individual with the crime.

NOTE: If both agencies are charging the subject, then two (2) separate sets of SBI and FBI fingerprint cards and final disposition reports must be completed. The steps listed above should be followed for the other agency (or originating agency) and the normal procedures should be followed for the arresting agency.

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There may be exceptions to the procedure in counties where there is a City-County Bureau in operation.

3. The Identification Section does not accept or maintain AOrder for Arrest@

Failure to Appear charges. The SBI will not receive a disposition for AOrder for Arrest@ Failure to Appear charges. This is a process performed to have the subject to appear in court and be tried on the original charges.

The SBI will accept and maintain AWarrant for Arrest@ Failure to Appear charges. The AWarrant for Arrest@ Failure to Appear charges will be tried in court and the SBI will receive dispositions for those cases where fingerprints were submitted to the SBI. This offense should be listed on the arrest fingerprint card as indicated in the following example:

Warrant for arrest/failure to appear (charge)

4. Criminal summons

a) A criminal summons is a statement of the crime of which the

person to be summoned is accused and an order directing that the person so accused appear and answer to the charges. It is based upon a showing of probable cause.

b) A subject cannot be fingerprinted for a criminal summons at the

time the summons is served because the subject has not been placed under arrest. He or she must be fingerprinted only if convicted of a felony in court.

5. Citations

a) A citation is a directive issued by a law enforcement officer or

other person authorized by statute, that a person appear in court and answer criminal charges.

b) A subject cannot be fingerprinted for a citation unless the

citation is changed into a warrant by the magistrate.

6. Grand jury indictments

a) If an agency arrests an individual for a grand jury indictment (True Bill) on a felony charge or other charge that requires fingerprinting by the judge=s plan, the individual should be fingerprinted.

b) The notation "Grand Jury Indictment" should be indicated along

with the charge on the fingerprint card. The fingerprint cards

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should bear the ORI # and address of the agency that made the original arrest and has the investigative documents for that case.

7. Deceased prints and death notice

Criminal history records can be purged if deceased notification is in the form of Post-Mortem fingerprints. If notification is without Post-Mortem fingerprints, the record will remain active until the subject attains the age of ninety-nine (99) years.

Submission procedure on deceased subjects is the same as for reporting criminal arrests: you must submit two (2) fingerprint cards, one (1) SBI Arrest Fingerprint Card and one (1) FBI Criminal Fingerprint Card. The SBI and FBI fingerprint cards should have Post-Mortem fingerprints securely attached by tape on each card. Be sure your ORI Number is used. To receive a response from the SBI and/or FBI, you must indicate if you desire a reply (regarding the criminal record) by checking the "Yes" block on the back of each card.

The Death Notice (R-88) form may be used to report known deceased subjects when the SBI or FBI number is known. They must be in duplicate form (two R-88) with Post-Mortem fingerprints on the back of each form or securely attached. No response will be sent on Death Notices.

8. Submission of court ordered expungements

a) Expungements

When a judge issues a court order to expunge a particular charge or offense from a subject's record, the clerk shall forward a certified copy of the order to the arresting agency. The arresting agency is responsible for expunging the record and for submitting their copy of the expungement order, along with a disposition form to the SBI Identification Section. The disposition form must be filled out as completely as possible on the left side and a copy of the disposition must be attached to the right side of the form. Be sure to check the court ordered expungement block.

b) It is not necessary to take fingerprints for court ordered

expungements; however, an expungement order cannot be pro-cessed by the SBI unless the disposition form is attached. If submitted properly, the disposition form will have the identifying information that is needed to locate the appropriate record.

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Expungements should be submitted to:

N.C. State Bureau of Investigation 3320 Garner Road Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0500 ATTENTION: Identification Section

9. Obtaining footprints in absence of hands or arms

The Identification Section is unable to search, retain, or create a criminal history record without inked impressions. On the rare occasion you process or arrest an individual without hands or arms making it impossible to obtain inked finger or palm prints, you are encouraged to obtain inked footprints using the below listed procedures.

a) Complete the SBI, FBI Fingerprint Cards and Final Disposition

Reports as you normally would.

b) Place the notation "No Hands or Arms" in the area where the fingerprints would have appeared.

c) nk each foot separately using the inking roller and have the

individual step lightly on a sheet of plain bond paper (82" x 11") for each foot. Two sets of footprints are required, one set for the SBI and the other set for the FBI.

d) Record the subject's name, race, sex, date of birth, date of arrest,

and the signature of individual taking the impressions.

e) Attach each set of footprints to the fingerprint card and submit in the normal manner.

If you should have any questions, contact the Identification Section, Fingerprint Search Unit Supervisor at (919) 662-4509.

O. Instructions for Completing Applicant Fingerprint Card (See Example 4 & 4A)

NOTE: Distribute handout, "Applicant Fingerprint Card" and demonstrate with students how to complete.

NOTE: Show slide, "Applicant Fingerprint Card."

1. The complete name of the subject is to be listed as indicated: last name,

first name, and middle name. Please make certain that the name is spelled correctly because many times the signature is illegible.

2. List any and all alias names or nicknames.

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3. List the date of birth numerically - month, day, and year. If the subject's

date of birth is not available, please list approximate age.

4. Indicate American citizenship by US. If the subject is alien, indicate the nationality.

5. Sex is to be listed as M for male, F for female.

6. Race is to be listed by placing an individual in one (1) of the following

categories by writing the appropriate letter in the space provided:

W - White I - American Indian or Alaskan Native B - Black A - Asian or Pacific Islander U - Unknown

7. Indicate the subject's height in feet and inches using all numerics.

Example: 6'01" = 601; 6'11" = 611, 6' = 600

8. Indicate the subject's weight in pounds using all numerics.

Example: 186 or 098, etc.

9. List the subject's eye color by placing one (1) of the following eye color

codes in the space provided:

BLK - Black GRY - Gray MAR - Maroon BLU - Blue GRN - Green PNK - Pink BRO - Brown HAZ - Hazel XXX - Unknown

10. Color of hair should be indicated by writing one of the following color

codes in the space provided:

BAL - Bald (When subject has lost most of his hair or is hairless) BLK - Black GRY - Gray or partially BLN - Blonde or Strawberry RED - Red or auburn BRO - Brown SDY - Sandy

11. Indicate, if possible, the city and state where the subject was born. The

state should be indicated by a two (2) digit abbreviation.

Example: South Carolina - SC; California - CA

12. If you have a case or control number on the subject, it is to be indicated in this space.

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13. If an FBI number is known, please write the number in this space.

14. The subject's Armed Forces Number should be indicated here, if it is

available.

15. If the social security number is known, write the number in this space. The social security number is a very important identifier.

16. This space should be used for any miscellaneous number that could

identify the individual.

Example: Operator's License Number (include state): Selective Service Number.

17. The signature of the person being fingerprinted should appear in this

space. If the subject refuses, or is not able to sign, indicate this by noting "Refuses to Sign" or "Not Able to Sign" as the case may be.

18. Complete current residence of subject fingerprinted is written here.

19. The date the fingerprints were taken.

20. The individual who actually took the fingerprints should sign his/her

name in this space.

21. The prospective employer's (hiring agency) name and address MUST BE indicated here. DO NOT indicate where the applicant is currently em-ployed, unless it is the same agency he is applying with.

22. Indicate the reason the subject was fingerprinted (Police Applicant,

Security Guard Applicant, Taxi Applicant, etc.). If fingerprinted pursuant to a local ordinance, indicate the name of the ordinance and the ordinance number. If fingerprinted for gun permit, clearly indicate the type and statute. (Example: "Concealed Handgun Permit N.C.G.S. 14-415.13" or "Permit to Purchase Handgun N.C.G.S. 14-403.") Specify on criminal justice applicant cards whether the position is for a certified officer. Example: Certified Officer/Police Officer or Criminal Justice Applicant/Clerk.

23. Rolled fingerprint impressions are taken in these ten (10) blocks. Finger-

print impressions should always include the complete first joint and be rolled nail to nail. Indicate amputations, mutilations, or missing at birth fingers in the correct fingerprint block.

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24. The two (2) thumb prints and eight (8) fingerprint impressions are taken at the bottom of the card in this area. These should be "plain impressions."

NOTE: These applicant fingerprint cards are provided by the FBI and are used in all fifty (50) states. In North Carolina the SBI's ORI number and address should be preprinted in the ORI block since the cards are being used for purposes in this state. If your agency provides the fingerprinting service for someone who is applying out of state, be sure that the SBI's ORI number and address does not appear in this block. If this information appears in the block, please white out or delete.

If your agency provides fingerprinting services for a federal agency, the federal agency's ORI number and address should appear in the ORI block instead of the SBI's.

All criminal justice applicants must submit two (2) applicant cards. This includes applications for gun permits.

P. Basic Fingerprint Patterns

NOTE: Show slide, ABasic Fingerprint Patterns.@

1. There are three (3) basic fingerprint pattern groups that make up the eight

(8) basic fingerprint pattern types.

a) Arch

NOTE: Show slide, "Plain Arch."

(1) A plain arch is that type of pattern in which the ridges enter upon one side, make a rise or wave in the center, and flow or tend to flow out upon the opposite side.

(2) A tented arch is that type of pattern which possesses

either an angle, an upthrust, or two of the three basic characteristics of the loop.

b) Loop

NOTE: Show slide, "Loop."

(1) A loop is that type of pattern in which one or more

ridges enter upon either side, recurve, touch or pass an imaginary line between delta and core and pass out or tend to pass out upon the same side the ridges entered.

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(2) Types

(a) Ulnar

(b) Radial

Note: The delta is that point on a ridge at or nearest to the point of divergence of two typelines, and located at or directly in front of the point of divergence.

c) Whorl

NOTE: Show slide, "Plain Whorl."

(1) A plain whorl consists of one or more ridges which

make or tend to make a complete circuit, with two deltas, between which, when an imaginary line is drawn, at least one recurving ridge within the inner pattern area is cut or touched.

(2) A central pocket loop whorl consists of at least one

recurving ridge, or an obstruction at right angles to the line of flow, with two deltas, between which, when an imaginary line is drawn, no recurving ridge within the inner pattern area is cut or touched.

(3) A double loop whorl consists of two separate loop for-

mations with two separate and distinct sets of shoulders, and two deltas.

(4) An accidental whorl consists of a combination of two

different types of patterns with the exception of the plain arch, with two or more deltas, or a pattern which possesses some of the requirements for two or more different types or a pattern which conforms to none of the definitions.

Q. How to Take Fingerprints

1. The equipment required for taking fingerprints consists of printer's ink (a

heavy black paste), a roller, an inking plate upon which to ink the fingers, and a card holder.

a) Ordinary writing ink, colored ink, or stamp pad ink is a poor

medium because it is too light or too thin and takes too long to dry. It also causes more smudges than printer's ink.

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b) The FBI and SBI will not accept inked prints that are not clear and distinct.

c) The roller (used to spread the ink thinly and evenly on the plate)

is best adapted to fingerprint work and similar to that used by printers in making gallery proofs. It is approximately six inches long and two inches in diameter.

d) A good plate may be made with a piece of plate glass about 3

inch thick, 4 inches wide, and 9 inches long, or a piece of 4"x9"x3" plywood with a stainless steel covering.

(1) This inking plate should be elevated to a sufficient

height to allow the subject's forearm to assume a hori-zontal position when the fingers are being inked. For example: It may be placed on the edge of a counter or a table of counter height. In such a position, the operator has greater assurance of avoiding accidental strain and pressure on the fingers and should procure more uniform impressions.

(2) If the inking plate is placed on the edge of the table, the

subject's fingers, which are not being printed, can be made to "swing" off the table to prevent their interfering with the fingerprinting process.

(3) A metal inking plate and card holder may be mounted on

a "fingerprint box" and then placed on a desk of the correct height.

e) This equipment should be supplemented by a cleaning fluid and

cloth to prepare the subject's fingers and to clean the roller and inking plate thoroughly after each use.

(1) Denatured alcohol, benzine, and gasoline are well-suited

for this purpose.

(2) Regular hand cleaner is also good for cleaning the inking slab and the subject's hands.

f) In order to understand the importance of taking the rolled

impressions carefully, it must be remembered that the clas-sification of fingerprints involves differentiation by patterns, ridge tracing, and certain focal points which must be included to make classification possible.

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(1) The upper ten prints are taken individually--thumb, index, middle, ring, and little fingers of each hand, in the order named. These are called "rolled" or "inked" impressions, the fingers being rolled from nail to nail.

(2) The smaller prints at the bottom of the card are taken by

simultaneously printing all the fingers of each hand, then the thumbs, without rolling. These are called "plain" or "fixed" impressions and are used as a check upon both the sequence of the rolled impressions and their accuracy, as they may be distorted by too much pressure being exerted when rolling the fingers.

g) In preparing to take a set of fingerprints, a very small dab of ink

should be placed on the inking glass or plate and thoroughly rolled until a very thin even film covers the entire surface.

(1) The subject should stand in front of, and at forearm's

length from the inking plate.

(2) In taking the rolled impressions, the side of the bulb of the finger is placed upon the inking plate, and the finger is rolled to the other side until it faces in the opposite direction.

(3) Care should be exercised that each finger is inked evenly

from the tip to below the first joint.

(4) By pressing the finger lightly on the card and rolling in exactly the same manner, a clear rolled impression of the finger surface may be obtained.

(5) It is better to ink and print each finger separately,

beginning with the right thumb, then in order, the INDEX, MIDDLE, RING, AND LITTLE FINGERS.

(6) If consideration is given to the anatomical or bony

structure of the forearm when taking rolled impressions, more uniform impressions will be obtained.

(a) The two (2) principal bones of the forearm are

known as the radius and the ulna, the former being on the thumb side and the latter on the little finger side of the arm.

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(b) As suggested by its name, the radius bone revolves freely about the ulna as the spoke of the wheel about the hub.

(c) To take advantage of the natural movement in

making finger impressions, the radius always should be made to revolve about the ulna from the awkward to the easy position.

(d) This requires that the thumb rolled towards and

the fingers away from the center of the subject's body.

(e) This process relieves strain and leaves the

fingers relaxed upon completion of rolling so that they may be lifted easily from the card without danger of slipping, which smudges and blurs the prints.

h) While the degree of pressure to be exerted in inking and taking

rolled impressions is important, this may best be determined through experience and observation.

(1) It is quite important, however, that the subject be

cautioned to relax and refrain from trying to help the operator by exerting pressure, as this prevents the operator from judging the amount needed.

(2) A method which is helpful in effecting relaxation of the

subject's hand is that of instructing him to look at the opposite wall and not to look at his hands.

i) To obtain "plain impressions" all the fingers of the right hand

should be pressed lightly upon the inking plate, then pressed simultaneously upon the lower right-hand corner of the card in the space provided.

After the same operation is completed with the left hand, the thumbs of both hands should be inked and printed without rolling in the space provided.

2. Poor impressions are usually caused by one of the following faults.

a) The use of poor, thin, or colored ink, resulting in impressions

that are too light and faint, or in which the ink has run obliterating the ridges.

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(1) The best results will be obtained by using heavy black printer's ink, a paste, which should not be thinned before using.

(2) This ink will dry quickly and will not blur or smear with

handling.

b) Failure to clean thoroughly the inking apparatus and fingers of foreign substances, perspiration, etc., causing the appearance of false markings and the disappearance of characteristics.

(1) Windshield cleaner, ethyl gasoline, benzine, and alcohol

are good cleaning agents, but any fluid may be used.

(2) In warm weather, each finger should be wiped dry from perspiration before printing.

c) Failure to roll the fingers fully from one side to the other and to

ink the whole area from tip to below the first crease.

(1) The result of this is that the focal points of the impressions (deltas or cores) do not appear.

(2) The whole finger surface from joint to tip and from side

to side should appear.

d) The use of too much ink, obliterating or obscuring the ridges.

(1) If printer's ink is used, a touch of the tube end to the inking place will suffice for several sets of prints.

(2) It should be spread to a thin, even film by rolling.

e) Insufficient ink, resulting in ridges too light and faint to be

counted or traced.

f) Allowing the fingers to slip or twist, resulting in smears, blurs, and false appearing patterns.

(1) The fingers should be held lightly without too much

pressure.

(2) The subject should be warned not to try to help, but remain passive.

3. Temporary disabilities

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a) There are temporary disabilities affecting an individual's hand which are sometimes beyond control of the identification officer.

b) Fresh cuts, wounds, bandaged fingers, or blisters

When a temporary injury or blister is present which affects the pattern area of a finger, prints should be taken after the injury or blister has healed, if possible. If this is not possible, then print all other fingers and make a notation in the appropriate fingerprint block to the effect Afresh cut,@ Abandaged,@ or Ablister,@ etc.

c) Occupational problems such as rough, dry hands or worn ridges

(bricklayers, carpenters, etc.)

Softening agents (oils and creams) make legible inked impressions possible in some cases. It is further suggested that in these cases a very small amount of ink should be used on the inking plate.

d) Excessive perspiration

(1) In these cases wipe the finger with a cloth and then

immediately ink the finger and roll it on the fingerprint card. Follow this process with each finger.

(2) As an alternative, consider wiping the fingers with

alcohol, benzine, or similar fluid which acts as a drying agent.

4. Permanent disabilities

a) These can be lack of fingers (born without), amputations,

crippled fingers (bent, broken), deformities (webbed, extra fingers), and old age (very faint or worn ridges and crippled fingers).

(1) Born without certain fingers

Make a notation such as "missing at birth" in the individual fingerprint block on the card. A proper notation concerning this situation will prevent the fingerprint card from being returned.

(2) Amputations

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(a) A proper notation to this effect should appear in the individual fingerprint block or blocks.

(b) If a portion of the first joint of a finger is

amputated, the finger should be inked and printed. Make a notation concerning this fact on the fingerprint card in the individual fingerprint block.

(c) If just a portion of the first joint of a finger is

amputated, the remaining portion of the first joint should be inked and printed, and, in addition, a notation such as Atip amputated@ should be placed on the fingerprint card. In situations where all ten fingers are amputated, consideration should be given to obtaining footprints.

(3) Crippled fingers, broken or bent

(a) If the fingers are bent or crippled so that they are

touching the palm and cannot be moved, a nota-tion to this effect should be on the fingerprint card in the proper individual fingerprint block.

(b) Special inking devices used for taking the prints

of deceased individuals may be used to take inked impressions of bent or crippled fingers.

(4) Old age has been placed under permanent disability only

for discussion purposes. There are problems with crippled fingers and very faint ridges due to old age.

(a) Situations involving crippled fingers due to old

age can be handled in the same manner as outlined for bent and crippled fingers.

(b) In most cases the problems arise because of very

faint ridges of the individual=s fingers.

(c) In the majority of cases, legible inked prints can be taken by using a very small amount of ink on the inking plate and by using little pressure in the rolling of the fingers.

5. Deformities

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a) More than ten fingers

If a subject has more than ten fingers, as occasionally happens, the thumbs and the next four fingers to them should be printed and any fingers left over should be printed on the other side of the card with a notation made to the effect that they are extra fingers.

b) Webbed fingers

(1) Occasionally, a subject will have two or more fingers

webbed or grown together, making it impossible to roll such fingers on the inside.

(2) Such fingers should be rolled as completely as possible,

and a notation made to the effect that they are joined.

c) Split thumbs

Thumbs having two nail joints are classified as if the joint toward the outside of the hand were not present. In other words, the inner joint is used and no consideration whatsoever is given to the outer joint.

6. Utilize the back of the fingerprint card

The back side of the fingerprint card may be utilized for rolling an inked impression over again, if the rolled impression is unacceptable on the front.

a) The notation "over" must be placed above the rolled impression

on the front of the fingerprint card.

b) A notation indicating the number of the fingerprint block appearing on the back of the fingerprint card should be made.

c) When rolling an inked impression on the back of the fingerprint

card, be careful not to roll the impression on the palm prints. This applies only to the SBI Fingerprint Card.

NOTE: Instructor will ask for volunteer and demonstrate how to roll a legible set of ten print impressions and palm prints. After demonstration, students will fingerprint each other.

III. Closing

A. Summary

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All law enforcement officers must realize the importance of proper processing of an arrested suspect, which includes properly taking inked fingerprint impressions and providing accurate and complete information on the criminal fingerprint cards. During this presentation we have demonstrated the proper methods to be used on fingerprint cards, and photographing the arrestee (if applicable).

B. Opportunity for Questions from Class

NOTE: Show slide, ATraining Objectives.@

C. Closing Statement

Fingerprints and other related criminal history documents are but a small portion of the investigative tools offered to the law enforcement officer today. These documents have proven to be a real asset if utilized to the fullest extent. The Identification Section of the SBI offers 24 hour-a-day, 7 days a week identifi-cation services to the law enforcement officer.

If you need to order fingerprint documents, you can order these through the DCI terminal. Type the following to obtain the formatted screen: "FS" space "FPC" and transmit. Indicate on the formatted screen the quantity and form number of fingerprint documents. Also, list the ORI, agency, street address, city, state, and ZIP code in the spaces provided and transmit. The format is already programmed to go to terminal "IDP" which is in the Identification Section.

If you have questions concerning fingerprint cards that have been submitted to the Identification Section, call 919-662-4509.

If you have questions concerning fingerprint training available to law enforcement agencies throughout the state, or you would like to request training for your agency, contact the State Bureau of Investigation, Training Section at 919-662-4509.


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