Abstract

Methods used in U.K. forensic science laboratories to establish a large fiber data base are described including details of the recording of fiber sources, types, and colors. Such a data base provides a firm foundation for the assessment of the significance of fiber matches encountered in casework.

Issue Section:
Research Papers
Keywords:
forensic science, fibers, matching, colors (materials)

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