ch 10 Forensics Handwriting, Forgery, Counterfeiting

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What is Document Analysis?

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The examination and comparison of questioned documents with known material.

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What is forgery?

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The making, altering, or falsifying of personal documents or other objects with the intent to deceive.

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What is counterfeiting?

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The production of imitation currency or documents with the intent to deceive.

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What is an exemplar in forensic document examination?

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A known sample of handwriting or signature used for comparison with questioned documents.

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What are the characteristics of a Federal Reserve seal that prevent forgery?

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The Federal Reserve seal should have no sharp points.

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What is the purpose of a QD Examiner?

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A QD Examiner analyzes questioned documents to determine authenticity and authorship.

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What is the difference between forgery and fraud?

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Forgery specifically involves altering documents, while fraud encompasses a broader range of deceptive practices.

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What is the significance of series numbers on currency?

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Series numbers correspond to specific bills and help in identifying authenticity.

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What does the term 'handwriting analysis' refer to?

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The process of examining handwriting to identify the writer or determine authenticity.

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What is the role of a forensic document examiner?

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To analyze and compare questioned documents with known samples to identify forgeries or alterations.