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chapter 10 forensics
forensics chapter 10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| counterfeiting | production of an imitation of currency, works of art, documents, and name brand look-alikes for the purpose of deception |
| document analysis | examination of questioned documents with known materials for a variety of analyses, such as authenticity, alterations, erasures, and obliterations |
| document expert | person who scientifically analyzes handwriting |
| exemplar | standard document of known origin and authorship used in handwriting analysis |
| forgery | making, adapting, or falsifying of documents or other objects with the intention of deceiving someone. |
| fraudulence | when a financial gain accompanies a forgery |
| questioned document | any signature, handwriting, typewriting or other written mark whose source or authenticity is in dispute or uncertain. |
| FISH | forensic information system for handwriting |
| biometric signature pad | pad recognizes signature based on speed, pressure and rhythm of signing your name. |