FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION BY LIP PRINTS. HISTORY, METHODS, THE QUESTION THAT ARE SOLVED

For almost a century, methods of identifying a person by prints have been recognized as a reliable tool for forensic experts in the world. Cheiloscopic examination is used to solve a wide range of issues facing the investigation, especially in cases of absence of other material evidence. The article reveals the historical stages of development and improvement of methods of examination of lip prints, a list of issues that can be solved using such methods. Materials of the practical achievements of world scientists in the application of cheiloscopic research methods are provided.