Biometric forensic tools for criminal investigation
Sachil Kumar, Geetika Saxena · 2021
In forensic science, biometrics has historically found its inevitable partner. From the development of Galton’s forensic dactyloscopy to the adoption of Automated Fingerprint Identification System (biometrics) in crime laboratories, forensic and biometric have been used in tandem as “Forensic Biometric” with alternative findings. Indeed, under the biometrics umbrella, several technologies have been developed that can be adapted to have a better impact on criminal investigations. Simultaneously, the implementation of the biometric algorithm can narrow down the list of problems and procedures faced in forensic science. Scientifically, combining of the two domains based on knowledge and technology can open the road for more possibilities in both areas, and significant benefit for the society. This chapter is designed to throw light on the wide applications of forensic biometrics tools within the criminal justice system.