Reflections of a Forensic Handwriting Expert

In Reflections of a Forensic Handwriting Examiner, Reed Hayes shares a rare insider's perspective on the meticulous art and science of handwriting analysis. Through case studies, courtroom experiences, and moments of personal revelation, this memoir explores not only the technical challenges of document examination but also the human stories behind every questioned signature.

Blending professional expertise with thoughtful reflection, Reed invites readers into a world where ink and evidence intersect, and where integrity is the most vital tool of all. Forensic professionals, legal practitioners, and anyone intrigued by the pursuit of truth will fi nd this an illuminating and deeply human account of a life devoted to uncovering authenticity-one pen stroke at a time.

Reed Hayes operates a handwriting and document examination business in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi. He has studied handwriting for nearly five decades, and has worked internationally on projects including the book and video production of The Diary of Jack the Ripper and the book Alexander Cartwright: The Life Behind the Baseball Legend. He has also examined and rendered opinions on the questioned will of Queen Liliʻuokalani, Hawaii's last reigning monarch.Mr. Hayes is the author and co-author of several books, including Between the Lines, Danger Between the Lines and Forensic Handwriting Examination: A Definitive Guide.Mr. Hayes currently teaches a distance course in forensic handwriting and document examination and has instructed students from around the globe. He has presented numerous seminars and workshops about handwriting throughout the U.S. and has been a guest speaker at the British Institute of Graphologists and the Association of Qualified Graphologists in London.