How many examples of handwriting or signatures do you need?

When people write, their handwriting changes slightly from day to day and from situation to situation. This is known as their range of variation. We need to establish this range of variation in order to give you the best result possible, and ideally, we would require approximately twelve samples of handwriting and/or signatures either made during an individual’s everyday life or at your request. These should be dated around the same time as the writing in dispute if possible. We can work with less examples than this, although the examination may be limited.


Other FAQs

Can you compare signatures and determine whether they are genuine or forged?

How many examples of handwriting or signatures do you need?

Can you date a document?

I think the handwriting or signature is a forgery (simulation). Can you say who wrote it?

I only have copies of the documents. Is this okay?

How do I send the documents to you for examination?

What is the difference between a graphologist and a handwriting expert?

I might need you to attend court and give evidence in person – is this something you do?

Can you compare inks or tell if a document has been altered?


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