Criminal Identification
/ˈkrɪmɪnəl aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of determining the identity of a person suspected or accused of a crime, often through biometric data, physical characteristics, or forensic evidence.
The police used fingerprint analysis as part of the criminal identification process.
- (n.) The system or techniques employed by law enforcement agencies to classify and record the identities of criminals for investigation or legal proceedings.
Criminal identification methods have evolved with advancements in technology such as DNA profiling.
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- criminal identification
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Commentary
Criminal identification is a foundational procedure in criminal law enabling accurate person identification; drafting should emphasize specificity concerning methods used.
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