WHO WE ARE
ASSOCIATION OF FORENSIC FINGERPRINT EXAMINERS AND CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATORS
Founded in 1937, S.C.A.F.O., or the Southern California Association of Fingerprint Officers, is an organization that stands as a testament to the dedication and progress in the field of forensic science. As a nonprofit assembly, it brings together experts from various forensic disciplines, all united by a common goal: to advance the science and the practice of forensic identification.
CODE OF ETHICS
As a member of the Southern California Association of Fingerprint Officers and being actively engaged in the Profession of Scientific Identification and Investigation, I dedicate myself to the efficient and scientific administration thereof in the interest of Justice and the betterment of Law Enforcement.…
CONSTITUTION & BY-LAWS
A CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT CORPORATION SERVING THE FORENSIC SCIENCE COMMUNITY SINCE 1937
ARTICLE 1
The name of this Association shall be “The SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF FINGERPRINT OFFICERS,” (hereinafter “Association” or “SCAFO”) which shall be incorporated under and by virtue of the laws of the State of California, as a non-profit corporation, and is formed for the following purposes:
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Per Article 3 of the Constitution and Bylaws,
- The Executive Board shall be comprised of the Elected Officers, the immediate Past President, the Webmaster and the Parliamentarian. Executive Board meetings are “closed” and shall be at times and places selected by board members and shall be presided over by the Past President, or, in his/her absence by the President.
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HISTORY
Discover the legacy of our organization in a dynamic slideshow! Explore key milestones & moments that shaped our history.
PAST PRESIDENTS
Meet the visionary leaders who’ve helped define our path! The presidents who have steered – and those still contributing to – our success. Join us in paying due respects.
TERMS OF SERVICE
LEGAL NOTICE
All notices from SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF FINGERPRINT OFFICERS to You may be posted on our Web site and will be deemed delivered within thirty (30) days after posting. Notices from You to SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF FINGERPRINT OFFICERS shall be made either by regular mail, sent to the address we provide on our Web site, or first class mail to our address at:
Delivery shall be deemed to have been made by You to SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF FINGERPRINT OFFICERS five (5) days after the date sent….