Initial Consultation: Each case is unique. Prior to the submission of any document, the relevant facts, types of examinations, collection of exemplars and procedure for submitting items will be discussed.
Handwriting Examinations: Questioned signatures, cursive text, printed text, numerals and initials may be examined to identify or eliminate a writer.
Document Examinations: In addition to handwriting and signature comparisons a complete examination may require physical examinations of the document itself. The tests conducted will depend, to a large extent, on the nature of the document and the circumstances surrounding the investigation. Examinations of the entire document may include:
- alterations
- obliterations and erasures
- interlineations and page substitutions
- indented writing impressions and faded writing
- typewriting and machine printing (copiers and faxes)
- paper, watermarks and security features
- fracture matches and tool marks
- inks and writing instruments
- stamp impressions
- latent fingerprints
Field Examinations: Evidential documents that are unavailable for submission (e.g., originals in possession of another party or agency) may be examined and photographed off premises.
Reports and Testimony: Oral or written reports, affidavits, demonstrative charts, pretrial conference and expert testimony are provided as required.