Yes, Worldwide Forensic Services Inc. offers comprehensive forensic document examination services.

To ensure an accurate and reliable handwriting analysis, please provide:

1. The questioned document(s) – the signatures, handwriting, or notes you want examined. Originals are preferred; if unavailable, provide the best quality photocopies.

2. Known writing samples (comparison specimens) – signatures or handwriting written by the individual under similar conditions and, if possible, around the same time as the questioned document. A sufficient number of samples helps in making a reliable comparison.

3. Relevant context – any information about the conditions under which the questioned document was written (e.g., standing, ill, hurried) or the purpose of the analysis.

4. Safe submission – documents should be handled carefully (not stapled, folded, marked, or exposed to excessive heat or sunlight) and sent via hand delivery or secure courier.

We prefer to examine original documents. If originals are not available, we can attempt to examine clear photocopies to reach a reliable conclusion.

No, forensic document examination is generally non-destructive. Examiners use careful, non-invasive methods such as magnification, light sources, and imaging techniques to analyze documents without causing damage. We return the evidence in its original state.

No, facsimiles (faxed copies) are generally not suitable for forensic handwriting examination. The quality and resolution of a facsimile are usually too low to reliably analyze the fine details of signatures or handwriting. Whenever possible, original documents or high-quality photocopies should be submitted.

No, we do not accept cases via fax. Documents can be sent by mail or courier, or you may schedule an appointment to deliver them in person.

Turnaround time depends on the current caseload, the complexity of the case, and any court commitments. An estimated timeframe can be provided during the initial consultation.

No, forensic document examination does not determine personality traits. Our analysis focuses strictly on the authenticity, authorship, and characteristics of handwriting or signatures, not on psychological or personality assessments.

Please contact us before sending the documents.

Normally 10-15 known signatures are sufficient for comparison purposes. The known signatures should be:

• Contemporary with the questioned document

• Written under similar conditions

• Representative of the individual’s normal writing style

The comparison process is based on a detailed examination of an individual’s unique writing characteristics.

Forensic document examiners do not simply compare the visual appearance of letters. Instead, they evaluate features such as:

• Line quality and writing pressure

• Shading and slant

• Spacing, alignment, and letter proportions

• Relative positioning of letters

• Pen emphasis at specific points

• Writing speed and rhythm

Not necessarily. Minor variations in signatures are normal, even when written by the same person at the same time. Forensic document examiners do not rely on visual appearance alone. They analyze individualized writing characteristics such as line quality, spacing, slant, pen pressure, and rhythm to determine whether a signature is genuine or forged.

Yes. Our team includes Dr. Singla, a court-qualified Senior Forensic Document Examiner and Fingerprint Expert with over 38 years of experience. He has examined thousands of cases and provided expert testimony in over 500 court proceedings.