Articles by Bart Baggett.
Articles by Bart Baggett.
Question: Can a Forensic Expert Still Identify a Forgery If a Signature Changes Over Time? Yes. Signature changes over time are not only expected—they are part of every professional forensic handwriting analysis. This is one of the most common questions…
Forensic handwriting experts play a critical role in the legal system by analyzing handwriting and related evidence to help determine authenticity. But can these experts testify in court? The answer is a resounding yes. In this article, we explore the…
Handwriting analysis plays a crucial role in forgery cases, wills, and various legal disputes. One of the most common questions forensic document examiners receive is: How long does it take to analyze handwriting for a forgery case? The answer depends…
Signatures often evolve over time, raising a common question: can forensic experts still determine if a signature is authentic or forged despite these changes? In this article, Bart Baggett, a professional forensic document examiner, explains how signature variations are analyzed…
What Happens When a Tenant Forges a Lease and Won’t Leave? By Bart Baggett, Forensic Document Examiner When someone “magically” produces a lease that didn’t exist yesterday, the details matter. This is a pretty common question, and if you’re a…
Who Played the Practical Joke? A man starts receiving boxes full of 1980s memorabilia from the long-defunct California Raisins Fan Club. Who is sending this raisin mail? Bart helps a reporter out in an episode of Under Understood. Can…
Authenticating a signature involves examining the signature to determine whether it is genuine or forged. There are several methods and techniques that can be used to do this, including comparing the signature to known examples, examining the handwriting and penmanship,…
As a lawyer, you may find yourself in a situation where you need to hire a forensic handwriting expert. But how much does this type of expert cost? First, it’s important to understand the role of a forensic handwriting expert.…
This short article tells you how to deal with the probate court and the possible forgery of your parents’ will. The death of a parent is a difficult time. The prospect of going to court against your siblings makes the…