Dear Friend
Who has access to your Social Security Number or credit cards?
Identity theft is one of America's fastest-growing crimes.
This newsletter can help protect you.
A very good friend of mine has spent hours upon
hours and stress galore over the last several
months trying to put her life and her credit back
together. Someone stole her identity. The total
stranger used her identity to run up thousands of
dollars in merchandise over three states before
he was caught. Thankfully, he was convicted, and
is serving time.
But, she'll never get back all the time she lost,
or be compensated for her stress, and she may
never fully repair the damage to her credit.
She was unable to refinance her house, or lease
a new car – and she has NEVER BEEN LATE ON A BILL.
Scary, isn't it? That's why details about forgery
are relevant to everyone. Hopefully, you won't be
victimized by a forgery – or stolen identity – but
it could happen. Protect yourself by NEVER giving
anyone your Social Security Number, and keep this
email on file in case someone forges your name.
The companies didn't care about her "sob story,"
even though it was true. It took a police report
and letter from a court-qualified Questioned Document
Examiner to clear her good name.
Finally, she had legal evidence that she was a
victim of forgery and identity theft. More
importantly, she had peace of mind that someone
could prove her innocence, and would also guide
her and her attorney through the legal/credit
system; which is, in part, why I am expanding
my career to include "Expert Document Examiner,"
on my business card.
Enjoy this week's newsletter – scroll down.
-Taylor
P.S. Here are two resources to help you if you have had
your identity stolen.
1. Curt Baggett - http://ExpertDocumentExaminer.com
2. Benjamin Dover's article on identity theft
http://www.bendover.com/idtheft.asp
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. Feature Story:
2. F.A.Q.
3. Spotlighted Learning Tool
4. Testimonials
5. Impress your friends with this gift
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FEATURE STORY:
The Forensics of Forgery by Taylor Morgan
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I've decided to change careers. (Expand my career.)
Don't get me wrong; I love analyzing personality
through handwriting. It's an amazing science, and
I wouldn't trade that knowledge for anything.
But for many years, I've been curious about working
in the legal field. I successfully defended myself
in court, years ago. (OK, it was a traffic case,
but still, I was brilliant).
And I've always been attracted to detective work.
I constantly read books about true crime cases, or
even books of fiction that detail investigating a
case, finding sometimes microscopic evidence, then
demonstrating it as evidence with enough weight to
hold up in court.
However, I'm a little too squeamish to become a
Medical Examiner; and, I accidentally forgot to
sign up for law school.
As it turns out, I'm going to be in forensics after
all. I am in the Fall class of Handwriting
University's School of Forensic Document Examination
Program, which will start in just a few weeks – and
I couldn't be more excited.
In this edition of Weekly Strokes, I'll share with
you a few fascinating things I've learned from
skimming the first few chapters of the textbook,
as well as some juicy details from the first case
we'll examine.
THIS, I NEVER KNEW:
Of course you've heard of the kidnapping of the
Lindbergh baby. Even though this was in the early
30's, Charles Lindbergh was such an icon of this
country, that the nation was in thrall at the horror
of it.
Two men, accused of the kidnapping and murder of
Lindbergh's son, were convicted - thanks in large
part to handwriting identification. A total of
8 examiners testified regarding a number of ransom
notes, which established the legitimacy of such
identification to the public.
In fact, handwriting experts were probably the
first of the forensic experts to contribute to
the judicial system.
THE CASE THAT READS LIKE A SOAP OPERA:
I'll call them Dick and Jane. Cousins, and both
beneficiaries of a relative's will – a considerable
amount of money.
In dispute: a number of checks, and an envelope which
contained a typewritten letter to Dick's employer.
Along the way, there were accusations of sexual
misconduct, career-threatening libel and slander,
burglary, harassment, and restraining orders.
The court case involved suits and counter-suits,
disagreements among experts, and potential
criminal charges.
It all boiled down to this: Did she write the
address on the incriminating envelope...or did he?
You can see the samples in the first week of class,
the court documents, and even Curt's final letter of
testimony. But, only if you sign up now as a student
in our 2-year apprentice program.
http://www.handwritinguniversity.com/docexam
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F.A.Q.
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A question posed to our Lead Faculty Expert,
Expert Document Examiner Curt Baggett:
Q. How often do you actually testify in court
on forgery cases?
A. "Actually, in over half the cases, I never had
to appear in front of a jury. Because of the law
and the exhibits I provide, the opposing attorney
settles out of court – or drops the case altogether".
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SPOTLIGHTED LEARNING TOOL
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Interested in a career that combines
forensics, the law, helping people, and
making great money?
Last chance to be in this year's class!
"I'd rather attempt to do something
and fail, than attempt to do nothing -
and succeed."
-Roy Huber, author of the textbook
"Handwriting Identification: Facts and
Fundamentals."
Find out more about Handwriting University's
Questioned Document Examining Training Program:
http://www.handwritinguniversity.com/docexam/
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TESTIMONIALS:
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"I find the work to be challenging, the faculty professional,
and the course work to be exciting.
I am looking forward to a new career, and
the satisfaction of being able to help people in a new way."
-Dr. Joe Alexander, M.D. Student, Fall 2003
"The client gladly paid $500 for my opinion.
It was amazing that I am ready to take clients after
only eight months in the school"
- Peggy Walla, Sophomore,
Handwriting University School of Forensic Document Examination
"Working with real cases really helps me to refine my skills.
I gain confidence and experience with each exercise.
The most appealing aspect is the ability to eventually
impact people's lives for the better, and in a field that is
wide open, so the market is definitely there.
-Ken Fong Student, Fall 2003
"This course is offering something no one has offered before.
I love the learning process and solving cases.
It is definitely worth the investment."
-Miranda Fitchett, Deputy Sheriff Student, Fall 2003
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Thanks for reading Weekly Strokes!
Keep those t-bars high.
Taylor Morgan
Faculty
Handwriting University
"My handwriting Analysis Course has had the biggest
impact on my life.. It was the start of a life transformation.
My self-esteem, confidence, creativity, and speed of learning
have been dramatically strengthened. The results were quick
and permanent. Oh, thank you so much for sharing this
information, I recommend it to people everywhere I go!"
-- Lisa Marie Allen-Bitner
