This book provides an understandable discussion of forensic handwriting examination principles and techniques. It follows a systematic approach and is presented in a practical, useful manner.

Forensic Handwriting Examination discusses the fundamentals of writing identification, as well as more complex concerns including rhythm, speed and skill level. It covers disguised and anonymous writing and the examination of signatures. It touches upon the business of handwriting examination, client communications, trial preparation, testimony, and written opinions. It gives instructions regarding the measurement of writing and offers various worksheets that can be used as-is or adapted by individual examiners.

“Forensic Handwriting Examination approaches the subject of handwriting identification from a different perspective than previous books on the subject. This is an in-depth approach with valuable information for all document examiners. It is a must-read book that belongs in every examiner's library.” -Katherine Koppenhaver, author of Attorney's Guide to Document Examination

“Reed Hayes has created a definitive instruction manual illustrating the basic practices of handwriting examination -- the kind employed to certified authorship of hand written documents and to separate the authentic from the forgery. In clear, concise chapters, he covers the basis of handwriting examination, handwriting features, complex writing features, line quality, handwriting variables, comparison standards, signature evaluation, and more. Illustrated by case histories and reproductions of handwriting samples for comparison, Forensic Handwriting Examination is both a 'how-to' manual and a practical guide for professional handwriting examiners, complete with specific instructions regarding measurement of writing. It deals with disguised and anonymous handwriting, privileged client communications, trial testimony and preparation, and offering written opinions that are scientifically based. Careful and complete, Forensic Handwriting Examination belongs on the reference shelf of every professional document examiner.” -Reviewer's Choice, Small Press Bookwatch

“Reed Hayes has produced a book that beginners and intermediate students of handwriting examination will find lucidly written and easy to understand, yet which covers the important fundamentals of document examination.”
-Sheila Lowe, handwriting expert & author of Complete Idiot's Guide to Handwriting Analysis

“Forensic Handwriting Examination is a wonderful book and a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating field of questioned documents. Whether you are new to the study of handwriting or a seasoned analyst/examiner, this book deserves a prominent place in your reference library.” -Debbie Jenae, Certified Graphoanalyst

Hard bound, 254 pages, indexed, fully illustrated
ISBN No. 0-9778415-0-2 ($49.95)

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