Forensic identification services
Kenneth R. Moses, Director
Summary of Qualifications:
Kenneth Moses has over forty years of experience in forensic evidence. He established the Crime Scene Investigations Unit of the San Francisco Police Crime Laboratory in 1983 and was instrumental in the installation of automated fingerprint systems in San Francisco and at the California Department of Justice. His experience includes examination of a wide variety of physical evidence in criminal and civil cases. Over the years, he has worked with attorneys, with local, state, and federal agencies, and with private companies in a number of complex investigations. Mr. Moses holds an interim top-secret security clearance for work with the Office of Military Commissions in crimes involving members of the armed forces. He has been active in national efforts to establish professional standards in forensic science.
Education:
Summary of Qualifications:
Kenneth Moses has over forty years of experience in forensic evidence. He established the Crime Scene Investigations Unit of the San Francisco Police Crime Laboratory in 1983 and was instrumental in the installation of automated fingerprint systems in San Francisco and at the California Department of Justice. His experience includes examination of a wide variety of physical evidence in criminal and civil cases. Over the years, he has worked with attorneys, with local, state, and federal agencies, and with private companies in a number of complex investigations. Mr. Moses holds an interim top-secret security clearance for work with the Office of Military Commissions in crimes involving members of the armed forces. He has been active in national efforts to establish professional standards in forensic science.
Education:
- Bachelors Degree in Criminology; University of California, Berkeley, 1969
- Chemistry major, University of San Francisco, 1963-65
- Administrative Advanced Latent Fingerprint School; F.B.I., 1972
- Field Evidence Certification Program; Long Beach State University 1971
- Fabric and Fiber Identification, San Francisco State University, 1973
- Bloodstain Evidence Institute, Elmira College, N.Y., 1981
- Continuing Education, Bloodstain Evidence, IAI, 1999, 2009, 2010
- Bayesian Networks in Forensic Science, Dept. of Biostatistics, U. of Washington, 2013
- Founder, Forensic Identification Services, 1997
- Qualified panel expert in Crime Scene Analysis—Los Angeles Superior Court
- San Francisco Police Inspector (ret.)
- Supervisor, Crime Scene Investigations, Crime Laboratory, 1980-1997
- Firearms and tool mark examiner, 1972-1982
- Latent print examiner and crime scene investigator, Crime Laboratory, San Francisco Police Department, 1971-1997
- Systems Manager, Automated Fingerprint Identification System, 1983-1997
- Police Officer, San Francisco Police Department, 1970
- High school chemistry and biology teacher, 1967-1969
- Investigator, Alameda County Coroner’s Office, 1966-67
- Investigation of 17,000 crime scenes including approximately 500 homicide scenes
- Court testimony as an expert witness in crime scene investigations, physical evidence, scene reconstruction, blood spatter analysis, shoe and tire impressions, firearms, gunshot residue and fingerprint identification in 750 cases in State and Federal courts
- Instructor in Biometrics, U.C.L.A., 2002-2007
- Instructor in Criminal Identification, Central Intelligence Agency, 2005
- Consultation to The Innocence Projects (numerous)
- Technical Working Group, Mass Fatalities Incidents, Human Identification, National Institute of Justice, 2001
- Project Director, Infant Identification Program, 2001
- National Scientific Working Group for Friction Ridge Analysis, Standards, and Training (SWGFAST), 1998
- Lecturer in forensic evidence before the following organizations:
- National Association of Bunco Investigators
- U.S. Postal Inspection Service
- Northern California Law Enforcement Training Center, Santa Rosa
- DePaul University and Northwestern Schools of Law
- University of San Francisco Law School
- American Association of Medical Examiners
- National Law Enforcement Seminar
- California State Division IAI
- International Association for Identification
- California State Bar Continuing Education
- California Appellate Project
- Attorney General’s Advisory Committee on Criminal Identification
- Assistance and advisory to government agencies in implementation of automated fingerprint and image enhancement systems. Some of those agencies include:
- Federal Bureau of Investigation, C.J.I.S. advisory committee on latent fingerprints
- California Department of Justice, CAL-ID
- Los Angeles Police Department
- Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department
- Michigan State Police
- Massachusetts State Police
- Tulare County Sheriff’s Office
- Ontario Police Department
- Alameda Sheriff’s Office
- Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Department
- “Making AFIS Systems Work,” California State Division, IAI, 1987
- “Productivity of Fingerprint Systems,” International Forensic Symposium, FBI, Quantico, 1987
- “Automated Fingerprint Systems,” National Assoc. of Criminal Justice Planners, San Diego, 1987
- “The Future of the Identification Profession,” IAI, Sacramento, 1988
- “Image Processing of Latent Fingerprints,” Police Technology Conference, Canberra, Australia, 1992
- “Chemical Processing of Fingerprints from Documents,” National Association of Bunco Investigators, Charleston, S.C., 1994
- “DNA at the Crime Scene,” DNA Symposium, University of San Francisco, 1994
- “Points Revisited, Individuality in Nature,” Cal State Division, IAI, 1997
- “Fingerprints in the Courtroom---Legal Aspects of Digitized Fingerprint Technologies,” AFIS Users Groups, 1998
- “AFIS and Community Policing,” International Association for Identification, 1999
- International Association for Identification
- American Academy of Forensic Sciences
- International Association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts
- National Scientific Working Group for Friction Ridge Analysis, Standards, and Training (SWGFAST)
- Certified Latent Print Examiner, IAI, 1997-2017
- Certified Senior Crime Scene Analyst, IAI 1999-2016
- Interim top-secret security clearance for work with the Office of Military Commissions
- Dedication and Professionalism Award, 1997, Criminal Trial Lawyer’s Association
- Life Achievement (Pletts) Award, 1999, California State Division, International Association for Identification
- Meritorious Conduct Medal, 1993, San Francisco Police Department
- Police Officer of the Year Award, 1990, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
- Pursuit of Excellence Award, 1991, U.S. Postal Inspection Service
- Outstanding Service Award, 1985, San Francisco Board of Supervisors
Hillary Daluz, Forensic Specialist
Hillary Moses Daluz is the author of Fundamentals of Fingerprint Analysis and the Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook (CRC Press, 2014). She earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Genetics and a Masters of Science in Forensic Science from the University of California, Davis. In 2009 she deployed to the Joint Expeditionary Forensic Facility at Camp Victory in Baghdad, Iraq as a Latent Print Examiner. After returning stateside, she became a member of the faculty in the Forensic Sciences program at Chaminade University of Honolulu, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate collegiate level. Most recently a Senior Latent Print Technician with American Systems, she has worked in a variety of forensics positions including Police Identification Specialist with the City of Hayward Police Department in California and Forensic Specialist with Forensic Identification Services. Daluz is a member of the International Association for Identification and the California State Division of the International Association for Identification, serving as the chairperson for the science and practices committee from 2009 to 2012.
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Hillary Moses Daluz is the author of Fundamentals of Fingerprint Analysis and the Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook (CRC Press, 2014). She earned her Bachelors of Science degree in Genetics and a Masters of Science in Forensic Science from the University of California, Davis. In 2009 she deployed to the Joint Expeditionary Forensic Facility at Camp Victory in Baghdad, Iraq as a Latent Print Examiner. After returning stateside, she became a member of the faculty in the Forensic Sciences program at Chaminade University of Honolulu, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate collegiate level. Most recently a Senior Latent Print Technician with American Systems, she has worked in a variety of forensics positions including Police Identification Specialist with the City of Hayward Police Department in California and Forensic Specialist with Forensic Identification Services. Daluz is a member of the International Association for Identification and the California State Division of the International Association for Identification, serving as the chairperson for the science and practices committee from 2009 to 2012.
Experience:
- Forensic Specialist, Forensic Identification Services, San Francisco, CA (07/2003-present)
- Developing, examining, comparing, analyzing and reporting fingerprints on a variety of surfaces using highly technical and advanced laboratory equipment and chemicals.
- Recording known fingerprints utilizing powder and ink.
- Analyzing complex fingerprint cases; imperfect and partial latent fingerprint impressions that contain only the minimum number of points necessary to make an identification and partial latent fingerprint impressions
- Performing complex digital enhancements of prints utilizing Adobe Photoshop.
- Preparing written laboratory notes, reports and invoices based on examinations.
- Complex crime scene reconstruction
- Instructor, Tri-Tech Forensics (03/2015 – present)
- Developing and teaching the following training programs for criminal justice and forensics professionals: “Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop” (24 hours), “Courtroom Testimony for Fingerprint Examiners” (24 hours), “Sensitive Site Exploitation – Battlefield Forensics” (40 hours), and “Processing Improvised Explosive Devices for Fingerprint Evidence” (40 hours)
- Senior Latent Print Technician, American Systems, Lorton, VA [DoD Top Secret Clearance pending] (06/2013 – 08/2014)
- Supervising and managing a squad of ten Latent Print Technicians responsible for analyzing complex fingerprint cases and processing complex materials associated with Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
- Acting Deputy Program Manager in the absense of the Deputy Program Manager/Shift Lead.
- Developing, examining, analyzing and reporting fingerprints on a variety of surfaces using highly technical and advanced laboratory equipment and chemicals to include the use of forensic light sources and RUVIS.
- Communicating with U.S. Government representatives via oral and written products by serving as a technical expert and liaison.
- Examining recovered physical evidence from Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) related evidence recovered by U.S. Government agencies for the detection of latent prints, to include assessing potential forensic significance of DNA and trace evidence and determine pertinent forensic examinations to further the mission of ensuring homeland security.
- Recognizing developed latent prints during each processing method in order that they be preserved for digital capture, search, comparison and analysis using an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
- Maintaining proper chain of custody of all forensic materials under examination.
- Preparing written laboratory reports based on examinations utilizing proprietary software to include detailing observations, the results of examinations and the conclusions of forensic analysis.
- Coordinating and conducting training and mentoring for developmental level specialists with a wide variety of education and experience.
- Providing quality control for the casework and detailed case notes and paperwork produced during evidence examinations.
- Lecturer, Forensic Sciences Department, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI (11/2010 – 06/2013)
- Teaching the following courses at the undergraduate and graduate level: Fingerprint Analysis, Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory, Crime Scene Investigations, Crime Scene Investigations Laboratory, Courtroom Testimony, Physical Forensic Sciences, and Senior Seminar.
- Acquiring an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) for educational purposes.
- Advising students and directing graduate-level research projects.
- Latent Print Examiner, Ideal Innovations Inc., Joint Expeditionary Forensic Facility 3, Camp Victory - Baghdad, Iraq. [Secret Clearance] (04/2009 – 06/2010)
- Developing, examining, comparing, analyzing and reporting fingerprints on a variety of surfaces using highly technical and advanced laboratory equipment and chemicals.
- Performing complex digital enhancements of prints by searching, comparing and analyzing prints using an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
- Preserving and analyzing evidence while maintaining chain of custody and integrity of the evidence.
- Analyzing complex fingerprint cases, including imperfect and partial latent fingerprint impressions that contain only the minimum number of points necessary to make an identification.
- Preparing written laboratory notes and reports based on examinations.
- Teaching United States soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines and coalition forces the “Evidence Collection, Packaging and Laboratory Analysis” course as part of the Advanced Sensitive Site Exploitation course.
- Teaching Assistant, “Personal Identification Methods in Forensic Science”, Forensic Science Graduate Group, University of California, Davis, CA (03/2008 – 06/2008)
- Assisting with graduate-level forensics course lectures and practical exercises.
- Providing academic assistance to graduate students in the forensic science department of the University of California, Davis.
- Grading homework assignments and exams.
- Police Identification Specialist, Hayward Police Department, Hayward, CA (09/2004 - 09/2006)
- Developing, examining, comparing, analyzing and reporting fingerprints on a variety of surfaces using highly technical and advanced laboratory equipment and chemicals.
- Performing complex digital enhancements of prints and searching, comparing and analyzing prints using an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).
- Serving as a team member dispatched to crime scenes: collecting, preserving and analyzing evidence while maintaining chain of custody and integrity of the evidence.
- Devising new methods and techniques to enhance latent fingerprint examination capabilities.
- Serving as an expert witness in court proceedings.
- Preparing and reviewing written laboratory reports, court charts, recommendations, standard operating procedures and guidelines.
- Analyzing complex fingerprint cases including imperfect and partial latent fingerprint impressions that contain only the minimum number of points necessary to make an identification and partial latent fingerprint impressions.
- Left this position in 2006 to attend graduate school.
Education:
- M.S. Forensic Science. University of California, Davis. 2009.
- B.S. Genetics. University of California, Davis. 2003.
Forensic Training Courses:
- Noncoventional Photographic Imaging Techniques (American Systems: August, 2014)
- Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Awareness Training (American Systems quarterly training: 2013-2014)
- Psychology and Investigation of Serial Homicides (American Systems: August, 2014) [10 hours]
- Burglary Investigation (American Systems: June, 2014) [1 hour]
- Improvised Explosive Device Design and Construction (American Systems: June, 2014)
- Overview of Resolution and Printing Technologies for Forensic Photography (American Systems: June, 2014)
- Introduction to Firearms and Toolmarks (American Systems: June, 2014)
- Management Workshop (American Systems: April, 2014)
- History, Design, Nomenclature and Processing of Foreign Weapons (American Systems: 2014)
- Small Arms Ammunition Firearms Training (American Systems: March, 2014)
- Hazmat & Bloodborne Pathogens Training (American Systems: January, 2014)
- Good Laboratory Practices Training (American Systems: February, 2014)
- Doing Business With the Federal Government: Compliance Overview (June, 2013)
- Latent Print Technician Training Course (American Systems: June, 2013)
- International Association for Identification Conferences (2009 – 2014)
- Comprehensive Documentation of Bloodstain Evidence at Scenes (Bevel, Gardner and Associates: July, 2012)
- California State Division of the International Association for Identification Conferences (2003-2011)
- Forensic Fingerprint Analysis Basics (National Institute of Justice: August, 2010)
- Latent Print Identification & Comparison 2008
- DOJ Basic Practical Microscopy (California Department of Justice: 2008)
- American Academy of Forensic Sciences Conference (2008)
- Firearms Safety Workshop (California Department of Justice: October, 2007)
- Laboratory Leadership (University of California, Davis: August, 2007)
- From Fingerprint Examination to Fingerprint Statistics (IAI Educational Conference: July, 2007)
- Latent Print Comparisons (California Criminalistics Institute: August, 2006)
- Advanced Palm Print Comparison Techniques (Ron Smith and Associates: March, 2006)
- National Academy of Sciences Colloquium: Forensic Science and the Law (2005)
- Basic Crime Scene Investigation (Sacramento Sheriff’s Department: January, 2005)
- Grants 101: Professional Grant Proposal Writing (San Francisco State University: March, 2005)
- Firearms Investigation Training (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives: June, 2005)
- Automated Latent Palm Prints System (Bay Counties Identification Officers Association: February, 2004)
- Basic Evaluation and Comparison of Latent Fingerprint Workshop (Florida Division of the International Association for Identification: October, 2003)
Presentations:
- It’s All Greek to Me! Explaining Scientific Concepts to the Layperson. 4 hour courtroom testimony workshop conducted at the annual conference for the International Association for Identification. (Atlanta, GA. August, 2017.)
- Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (Pembroke Pines Police Department. Pembroke Pines, FL. July, 2017.)
- Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (Miami Dade Medical Examiner’s Office. Miami, FL. January, 2017.)
- Courtroom Testimony for Fingerprint Examiners. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Department. Fort Pierce, FL. January, 2017.)
- Sensitive Site Exploitation – Battlefield Forensics. 40 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (7th Special Forces Group. Eglin AFB, FL. October, 2016.)
- Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (Miami Police Department. Miami, FL. June, 2016.)
- Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (City of Concord Police Department. Concord, CA. January, 2016.)
- Forensic Science Courtroom Testimony Workshop. 24 hour professional training conducted for Tri-Tech Forensics. (Davie Police Department. Davie, FL. August, 2015.)
- Captivating the Jury. 1 hour presentation at the annual conferenc of the International Association for Identification. (July, 2015)
- Weekly forensic training lunches - topics included: Courtroom Testimony, Latent Print Comparisons, Palm Print Comparisons, Latent Print Sufficiency, Biometrics, Battlefield Forensics, curriculum vitae, etc. (American Systems: June, 2013 to July, 2014)
- Battlefield Forensics, three-hour presentation, annual meeting of the California Division of the International Association for Identification (July, 2010).
Publications:
- Daluz, Hillary Moses, Fundamentals of Fingerprint Analysis, CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL: 2014.
- Daluz, Hillary Moses, Fingerprint Analysis Laboratory Workbook, CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL: 2014.
- A critical comparison of black fingerprint powder formulations to improve latent fingerprint clarity and contrast on common substrates. Hillary Moses. Masters of Science Thesis. Forensic Science Graduate Group. University of California, Davis. June, 2009.
- A genome scan of a four-way tilapia cross supports the existence of a quantitative trait locus for cold tolerance on linkage group 23. Thomas Moen, Jeremy Agresti, Avner Cnaani, Hillary Moses, Thomas Famula, Gideon Hulata, Graham Gall & Bernie May. Aquaculture Research, 2004, 35, 893-904.
Professional Recognition:
- Presented with the American Systems "Culture and Values Award" for formulating comprehensive training programs for staff, improving the efficiency, accuracy and general forensic knowledge of the employees in attendance (American Systems: June, 2014).
Latent Print Processing Techniques Utilized:
- Reflective Ultraviolet Imaging System (RUVIS)
- Fluorescent Light Sources
- Cyanoacrylate fuming and vacuum chambers
- Adhesive-side powders and SPR
- Fingerprint powders (granular, magnetic, metallic, fluorescent)
- Fluorescent dye stains (Rhodamine 6G, Ardrox, RAM, MBD, etc.)
- Processing porous substrates (1,2-indanedione, DFO, ninhydrin, Physical Developer)
Professional Affiliations:
- International Association for Identification (2003-present)
- California Association of Criminalists (2006-present)
- California State Division of the International Association for Identification (2003-2016)
- Science and Practices Committee [Chairperson] (2009 – 2012)
- Chesapeke Bay Division of the International Association for Identification (2012-2014)