Forensic Handwriting Examination: A Definitive Guide

Forensic Handwriting Examination discusses the analysis of handwritten material for the purpose of verifying or determining authorship, detecting forgery and proving or disproving authenticity.

This book explores the basis for handwriting identification and the principles and theories accepted by handwriting examiners worldwide. It covers primary handwriting features such as letter form or design, as well as more complex writing components including movement, rhythm and line quality. Signature evaluation, disguise and anonymous writing are considered.

Based on a system used by the author, examination guidelines, worksheets and comparison charts are provided to facilitate the task of writing identification. The book also offers information about the business of handwriting examination, including extensive material on writing letters of opinion and presenting testimony at trial. Following the procedures and material presented herein will enhance the handwriting examiner's professional image.