Profile
/ˈproʊ.faɪl/
Definitions
- (n.) A set of data or characteristics used to describe and identify an individual or entity, often for legal identification, investigation, or risk assessment.
The prosecutor used the defendant's criminal profile to establish a pattern of behavior.
- (v.) To create a detailed description or analysis of a person or group, often for purposes such as investigation or discrimination.
Law enforcement profiled suspects based on their prior activities.
Forms
- profiled
- profiling
- profiles
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "profile" often relates to data aggregation for identification or assessment; drafting should avoid implying unlawful discrimination when referring to profiling.
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