Disputed Handwriting

In recent times, the value of money and property has become highly dependent on the authenticity of signatures. Therefore, there is no study or inquiry more intriguing than the one that explores the extent to which genuine writings can be distinguished from counterfeits. When examining a disputed signature alongside a collection of unquestionably genuine signatures from the same person, the overall appearance and visual impact of the writing play a significant role in forming an impression in the examiner’s mind regarding the authenticity or falseness of the signature under scrutiny.

The title to money and property of all kinds depends so lately upon the genuineness of signatures that no study or inquiry can be more interesting than one relating to the degree of certainty with which genuine writings can be distinguished from those which are counterfeited.

When comparing a disputed signature with a series of admittedly genuine signatures of the same person whose signature is being disputed, the general appearance and pictorial effect of the writing will suggest, as Disputed Handwriting the measure of resemblances or differences predominates, an impression upon the mind of the examiner as to the genuine or forged character of the signature in question.