Nana Flashcards
What is the primary goal of forensic examination of questioned documents?
To determine the authenticity and origin of the document.
True or False: Handwriting analysis is a key component of questioned document examination.
True
What types of documents are typically examined in forensic document analysis?
Letters, contracts, wills, and checks.
Fill in the blank: The study of the characteristics of handwriting is known as __________.
graphology
What is the term for the alteration of a document’s content after it has been created?
Forgery
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a method used in questioned document examination? A) Ink analysis B) Handwriting comparison C) Voice recognition D) Paper analysis
C) Voice recognition
What is the role of ultraviolet light in document examination?
To reveal hidden features and alterations in the document.
True or False: Forensic document examiners only analyze handwritten documents.
False
What is the significance of the term ‘baseline’ in handwriting analysis?
It refers to the imaginary line upon which the text rests.
What type of evidence is obtained from comparing the ink used in a document?
Ink differentiation evidence
Fill in the blank: The examination of the paper used in a document can provide information about its __________.
origin
Multiple Choice: Which of the following can indicate a document’s age? A) Type of ink B) Handwriting style C) Paper composition D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is ‘typewriting analysis’?
The examination of typewritten documents to identify the specific typewriter used.
True or False: The presence of watermarks can help authenticate a document.
True
What is the purpose of comparing signatures in questioned document examination?
To verify the authenticity of the signature.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of creating a document that appears to be genuine but is actually a fake.
Counterfeiting
What is the importance of chain of custody in forensic document analysis?
To ensure the integrity and reliability of the evidence.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common tool used by forensic document examiners? A) Microscope B) Digital camera C) Ruler D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What does ‘document dating’ refer to in forensic examination?
Determining the time period when a document was created.
True or False: The use of digital signatures can complicate the analysis of questioned documents.
True
What is a ‘disguised handwriting’?
Handwriting that has been altered purposely to conceal the writer’s identity.
Fill in the blank: The examination of __________ can reveal the method of creation and potential alterations in a document.
document features
What is meant by ‘pressure analysis’ in handwriting examination?
Assessing the pressure applied while writing to identify individual characteristics.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors is NOT considered in handwriting analysis? A) Slant B) Speed C) Color D) Size
C) Color
True or False: All handwriting is unique to the individual.
True
What role does a forensic document examiner play in legal proceedings?
To provide expert testimony regarding document authenticity.
Fill in the blank: __________ refers to the practice of using a document for fraudulent purposes.
Fraud
What is the significance of ‘comparison samples’ in document examination?
They are used to compare against questioned documents for analysis.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a questioned document? A) A birth certificate B) A grocery list C) A forged check D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the term for the examination of whether a document has been altered after its creation?
Document alteration analysis
True or False: Digital forensics includes the analysis of electronic documents only.
False
What is the importance of ‘ink comparison’ in questioned document analysis?
To identify similarities or differences in ink used in different documents.
Fill in the blank: The study of __________ involves examining the physical properties of the paper used in a document.
paper analysis
