The Identification Officer manages all
aspects of the photographic, fingerprint, and
other related identification tasks.
The ID officer prepares photo lineups for
other police agencies, as well as the deputies.
It is also the responsibility of the ID
Officer to manage all fingerprints as it
pertains to inmate records and civilian
fingerprinting for adoption, firearm dealers,
passports, etc. The media is
frequently in touch with the ID Officer to
gather inmate photos for news broadcasts.
Additional duties of the Identification
Officer are to manage all evidence submitted to
the agency, as well as digital storage of all
photos taken by patrols and investigators.
The lab has transitioned from standard
chemical development of film to new digital
images. Each cruiser is
equipped with a digital camera, which
dramatically improves the number and quality of
images being submitted.
Requests for copies of photographs are made to
Sgt. Rose Mannette at (207)947-4585 during
regular business hours or in writing at the
agency's address.
Appointments for the taking of civilian inked
fingerprints must be made in advance by calling
her at the above number. There is no fee for
this service.
Requests for
release of evidence may be made directly to this
division, but the investigating officer must
approve the release so not to affect any case
being prosecuted.
Fees:
Black and White 4x5- $2.00
Color 4x5 $5.00
Black and White 8x10 $10.00
Color 8x10 $10.00
Floppy disk with 1-4 images- $5.00
CD with multiple images- $7.00
Penobscot County Sheriff's Office