Utah Admin. Code R152-32a-6 - Fingerprint Legibility Standards and Criteria

(1) This rule incorporates by reference:

(a) Electronic Biometric Transmission Specification, version 11.0, Appendix F: Image Quality Specifications, promulgated by the United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Criminal Justice Information Services Division, April 16, 2021 (EBTS 11.0 Appendix F); and

(b) Personal Identity Verification Image Quality Specifications for Single Finger Capture Devices, Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Justice Information Services Division Biometric Specifications, July 10, 2006 (PIV-071006).

(2) A tangible fingerprint is legible if the fingerprint:

(a) captures the complete print of an individual's right index finger pressed flat, or other finger if the right index finger is unavailable;

(b) is not smudged or otherwise obscured; and

(c) is made using ink and paper that contrast sufficiently to make the fingerprint's details clearly visible.

(3) An electronic fingerprint is legible if the fingerprint:

(a) captures the complete print of an individual's right index finger pressed flat, or other finger if the right index finger is unavailable; and

(b) is made using a device that satisfies standards established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, including:

(i) EBTS 11.0 Appendix F; or

(ii) PIV-071006.

Notes

Utah Admin. Code R152-32a-6

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-01, effective 12/23/2021 Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-21, effective 10/24/2022