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kasey wertheim
Posted on Tuesday, March 08, 2005 - 09:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

rcoopr,

I know you were trying to be specific, but I'm afraid whether or not fingerprints can be developed is too dependent on too many factors. How long since hands were washed? What is the mental and physical state of the individual leading up to the touch (how much sweat residue is present?) What type of plastic is the table made of?

There is simply no way to know.

-Kasey
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rcoopr
Posted on Tuesday, March 08, 2005 - 01:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Moderator/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Moderator/Admin only)

How long do fingerprints (fram a recently washed hand, i.e., no exta dirt or grease present)remain on a harden surface (Plastic table top)

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