FAQ
Should scrap recyclers be required to acquire fingerprints from peddlers?
A few jurisdictions have proposed fingerprinting sellers of material to scrap yards. This is very intrusive, violates the privacy of legitimate business people, and can drive recycling businesses to other jurisdictions. It is also impractical, as obtaining good prints can be difficult and time-consuming. It is expensive to search criminal databases for matches, and fingerprints will very rarely add significantly to a prosecution based on photo identification or other evidence.
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