Katerina Makri 

Questioned Document Examiner – Handwriting Analysis Expert based in Greece

FORENSIC DOCUMENT EXAMINATION / QUESTIONED DOCUMENT EXAMINATION

A Forensic Document Examiner is a scientist who uses scientific and technical methods, along with laboratory equipment, aiming to determine the identity of the author, by comparing a supplied genuine sample with the document in question.

A FDE can identify the authenticity of the document or the potential forgery, alterations and overall its origins.

A Forensic Document Examiner might perform the following:

• Compare the handwriting and signature of the questioned documents with confirmed genuine samples of the author
• Examine the questioned document for signs of forgery
• Decipher damaged or partialy distroyed documents
• Identify the use of a single or several inks in the document by applying UV and IR filters and exposing the handwriting to side lighting
• Examine the paper, ink and handwriting