Fingerprint Evidence: Under the Magnifying Glass

You are invited to attend our upcoming webinar, Fingerprint Evidence: Under the Magnifying Glass, presented by Alan Gore, Fingerprint Consultant.

This forensic science webinar examines how fingerprint evidence is recovered, analysed and interpreted within the criminal justice system.  

The session explores the principles underpinning fingerprint examination, common misconceptions, and factors that can influence the quality, reliability and evaluation of fingerprint evidence.

Drawing on practical experience, the webinar provides insight into how fingerprint evidence is assessed, challenged and presented, helping attendees better understand its evidential value and limitations.

By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to: 

• Understand the fundamental principles of fingerprint recovery, examination and comparison.
• Recognise factors that influence the quality, reliability and interpretation of fingerprint evidence. 
• Identify common misconceptions and challenges associated with fingerprint evidence in forensic casework. 
• Appreciate how fingerprint evidence is evaluated and presented within a forensic and legal context.

Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how fingerprint evidence is assessed, its strengths and limitations, and the role it plays in supporting robust and defensible forensic conclusions.

Upon completion of this webinar, please contact us at info@forensic-access.co.uk for your CPD certificate. Please note: Due to high demand, we are only able to issue CPD certificates to UK residents. We welcome international participants to join our sessions, but certificates cannot be provided outside the UK.

*This webinar was recorded in October 2022. References to the Forensic Science Regulator’s Codes of Practice and Conduct were correct at the time of recording. These have since been superseded by the FSR Code of Practice (March 2023, Version 1) and the current FSR Code of Practice (May 2025, Version 2). The principles and interpretations discussed remain consistent with the requirements of the current Code of Practice.