Mind the Gap: A practical framework for classifiers in a forensic context

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    Abstract

    In this paper, we present a practical framework that addresses six, mostly forensic, aspects that can be considered during the design and evaluation of biometric classifiers for the purpose of forensic evidence evaluation. Forensic evidence evaluation is a central activity in forensic case work, it includes the assessment of strength of evidence of trace and reference specimens and its outcome may be used in a court of law. The addressed aspects consider the modality and features, the biometric score and its forensic use, and choice and evaluation of several performance characteristics and metrics. The aim of the framework is to make the design and evaluation choices more transparent. We also present two applications of the framework pertaining to forensic face recognition. Using the framework, we can demonstrate large and explainable variations in discriminating power between subjects.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publication2018 IEEE 9th International Conference on Biometrics Theory, Applications and Systems, BTAS 2018
    Place of PublicationPiscataway, NJ
    PublisherIEEE
    ISBN (Electronic)978-1-5386-7179-5, 978-1-5386-7180-1
    ISBN (Print)978-1-5386-7181-8
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 25 Apr 2019
    Event2018 IEEE 9th International Conference on Biometrics Theory, Applications and Systems, BTAS 2018 - Torrance Marriott Redondo Beach, Los Angeles, United States
    Duration: 22 Oct 201825 Oct 2018
    Conference number: 9
    https://www.isi.edu/events/btas2018/home

    Publication series

    NameIEEE nternational Conference on Biometrics Theory, Applications and Systems (BTAS)
    PublisherIEEE
    Volume2018
    ISSN (Print)2474-9680
    ISSN (Electronic)2474-9699

    Conference

    Conference2018 IEEE 9th International Conference on Biometrics Theory, Applications and Systems, BTAS 2018
    Abbreviated titleBTAS
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    CityLos Angeles
    Period22/10/1825/10/18
    Internet address

    Keywords

    • 2019 OA procedure

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