NCJ Number
110352
Journal
Journal of Forensic Sciences Volume: 33 Issue: 2 Dated: (March 1988) Pages: 498-506
Date Published
1988
Length
9 pages
Annotation
A scale of spatial reference for bite mark photography has been developed and evaluated.
Abstract
The scale incorporates both linear and circular gradations to meet the diverse needs of practicing forensic odontologists in the rectification and measurement of photographically recorded bite marks. Its unique L-shaped configuration ensures accurate scaling in both the vertical and horizontal directions and facilitates the gridding of photographs to correct for distortional errors created by oblique camera angles. This paper describes the design and constructional features of the scale and offers guidelines for its effective application to bite mark photography. (Author abstract)