It is often necessary to collect fingerprints from unidentified human remains for the purpose of identification. Traditional fingerprinting techniques, such as powder and sticker tabs often fail with mummified remains. Other methods involving the process of re-hydration of the skin tissue are time consuming, and require chemicals and, sometimes the removal of the digits which is a mutilation of the body. Mikrousil Casting Putty was found to be efficient, simple to use, and produced a quality image of the fingerprint which resulted in the positive identification of the deceased. Mikrosil casting should be considered as a first, non-mutilating means to obtain fingerprints from mummified remains since it does not adversely affect the body, nor hamper later re-hydration should that process become necessary. Traditionally used as a casting material for tool mark impressions, Mikrosil Casting Putty is known to give excellent rendering of small details, have good release ability and short setting times and is available in a variety of colors. Although not a new technique, it is one that many Identification Specialists have not had the opportunity to put into practice. (Published Abstract) Figures and reference