Albert S. Osborn

Albert S. Osborn was a pioneering figure in document examination and forensic science, known for establishing important standards in authenticating handwritten documents. He authored "Questioned Documents," a foundational book that set criteria for analyzing handwriting, typewriting, and signatures, helping identify forgeries and fraud. His work laid the groundwork for modern forensic document examination by emphasizing scientific methods and reliability. Osborn's contributions have been essential in legal contexts, ensuring that document analysis is systematic and credible, which helps courts determine the authenticity of important papers such as wills, contracts, and identification documents.