Identix Receives Purchase Orders from Law Enforcement Agencies in New State for Full-Hand Live Scan Systems

Identix Incorporated (Nasdaq:IDNX) announced today that it hasreceived new purchase orders from law enforcement agencies in anunnamed State for multiple units of its industry-leading Identix(R)TouchPrint(TM) Enhanced Definition 3800 Full-Hand Live Scan Systems.The live scan systems under these purchase orders, which are valued atapproximately $650,000, will be deployed to upgrade and expand theexisting law enforcement live scan network throughout the State.

"Identix continues to be the recipient of significant live scancontracts throughout the U.S.," said Identix President & CEO Dr.Joseph J. Atick. "State and federal law enforcement agencies, as wellas international users of live scan technology, are requiring the bestimage quality as possible when expanding or upgrading their networks.We also continue to see strong demand for our full hand systems, whichprovide the ability to capture a full hand in one seamless roll. Theadditional information that can be gained by searching againstdatabases using superior quality images and by searching with moreinformation than just fingerprints, is proving to be critical tohelping agencies throughout the world achieve their live scan networkobjectives."

Identix TouchPrint Enhanced Definition 3000 Series

The TouchPrint Enhanced Definition 3000 Series exceeds the FBIAppendix F standard by providing 3.5 times the pixel density and 300percent more contrast, resulting in images that have far more fineridge detail than dictated by the Appendix F requirements. TheTouchPrint Enhanced Definition 3000 Series employs technologies thattake into account subjects with different size fingers and skincolors, sweaty fingers and users rolling fingers at different speeds.The systems produce clear, crisp fingerprint images with virtually nodistortion or false minutiae that can be caused by smudging andsmearing. TouchPrint Enhanced Definition 3000 Series systems aredesigned to maintain consistent image quality over time, and with nomoving parts in the optics deck and no silicon pads or coatings tochange, they provide maximum reliability and minimal downtime,lowering the total overall cost of ownership.

The TouchPrint Enhanced Definition 3000 Live Scan Series iscomprised of rugged and stylized terminals for roll and slapfingerprint capture that can be integrated with software for acomplete fingerprinting system in either desktop or transportableconfigurations, as well as standalone booking stations designed towithstand heavy traffic and harsh environments.

The TouchPrint 3800 employs a proprietary cylindrical imager thatenables the full hand - including the carpal crease, cup of the palm,and fingertips - to be captured in a single, intuitive step. There isno 'stitching together' of partial palm and finger images, which canresult in images being associated with the wrong record. Proprietaryoptics capture resolution enhances image quality, giving operatorsoptimal ridge detail information that can be used to help solve morecrimes. Users of the TouchPrint 3800 have attested to the systems'ease of use, high image quality and reliability.

Identix and TouchPrint are trademarks or registered trademarks ofIdentix Incorporated in the United States and other countries.

About Identix Incorporated

Identix Incorporated (Nasdaq:IDNX) is the world's leadingmulti-biometric technology company. Identix provides fingerprint,facial and skin biometric technologies, as well as systems, andcritical system components that empower the identification ofindividuals in large-scale ID and ID management programs. TheCompany's offerings include live scan systems and services forbiometric data capture, mobile systems for on-the-spot ID, and backendstandards-based modules and software components for biometric matchingand data mining. Identix products are used to conduct backgroundchecks, speed travel and commerce via secure identification documents,prevent identity fraud in large-scale government and civil IDprograms, and control access to secure areas and networks. With aglobal network of partners, such as leading system integrators,defense prime contractors and OEMs, Identix serves a broad range ofmarkets including government, law enforcement, gaming, finance,travel, transportation, corporate enterprise and healthcare.

More information on Identix can be accessed via the Company website at http://www.identix.com.

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