Abstract

Latent fingerprint analysis plays a crucial role in forensic investigations, providing vital evidence that can lead to the identification and apprehension of criminals. The quality of latent fingerprints is often compromised due to the conditions under which they are obtained, making their enhancement and the extraction of minutiae essential. This research paper explores various techniques for latent fingerprint enhancement and minutiae extraction, examines the challenges associated with these processes, and discusses their applications in modern forensic science.

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