Individuals may NOT fingerprint themselves; fingerprints must be taken by a law enforcement agent or other authorized contractor. We will accept electronically produced ink cards from any authorized fingerprint provider such as a local law enforcement agency or licensed fingerprint contractor.

Fingerprints are unique patterns of ridges and valleys on the skin of our fingertips. Biometrics, on the other hand, is a broader term that refers to the measurement and analysis of unique physical characteristics of an individual for identification or authentication purposes.

Acquiring Professional Certification The International Association for Identification (IAI) is one professional organization that offers certification options for fingerprint analysts. This certifying body offers two print-specific credentials: Tenprint Fingerprint Certification and Latent Print Certification.

Parametric biometrics involves using a different motor skill to regulate the training intensity for a specific task. Traditional biometrics, for instance, may utilize plyometrics or other exercises, coupled with tools like v-scopes, Tendo units, or force plates, to gauge variables such as speed and force.