Duties include the collection, preservation and processing of evidence; conducting crime scene investigations; comparing finger, palm and footprints, footwear, and tire tracks for identification or elimination; performing chemical, physical and optical examinations; and exhibiting proficiency with various casting techniques, and electrostatic lifting devices.

Incorporate examination results into written reports, offer court testimony regarding examination and comparison conclusions.

EXPERIENCE:

1959 - 1963
Fingerprint Examiner
City of Los Angeles, California
Police Department

1963 - 1987
Identification Officer
City of Long Beach, California
Police Department

1987 - 2000
Senior Fingerprint Examiner
2000 Naval Criminal Investigative Service
Regional Forensic Laboratory, San Diego

EDUCATION:

1957/58/62
El Camino College
Business Administration

1960
East Los Angeles College
Police Science

1998/99
Grossmont College
Admin. of Justice