The Scientific Examination of Documents: Methods and Techniques (Taylor & Francis Forensic Science Series)

Day, Stephen P.; Ellen, David; Davies, Christopher

ISBN 10: 0748405801 ISBN 13: 9780748405800

Publisher: Taylor & Francis, 1997

Synopsis

Completely revised and updated to reflect the latest techniques and technological advances, this second edition provides aclear, concise overview of modern forensic document examination. The scientific methods applied to elucidate questions about whether a document is genuine, whose writing is on it, and any alterations to information on it are explained in detail. Handwriting, typewriting, inks, paper, and other factors which make up documents are discussed and techniques involving infrared radiation, ultraviolet radiation, electrostatic detection, and microscopical examination are described. It is an invaluable guide for trainees and more experienced document examiners.

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Review

This third edition updates its predecessors with timely discussion of recent advances in and wider use of office equipment such as laser printers as well as new technologies available to examiners. ...Because it is so technical, the book is not an easy read. It does, however, have great reference value for security professionals who wish to gain detailed insight into document examination.
-Adrian A. Barnie, CPP, CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), Security Management, February 2007

Edition details

• Publisher: Taylor & Francis
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 0748405801
• ISBN 13: 9780748405800
• Binding: Library Binding
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 182