Guide for the Development of Forensic Document Examination on Capacity

Format:

Book

Contributor:

United Nations, Content Provider.

United Nations, Contributor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Forensic sciences.

Fraud investigation.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (51 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] United Nations Publications 2010

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This guide, developed by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, provides comprehensive instructions for establishing forensic document examination capabilities. It outlines the methodologies and phases involved in the forensic examination of documents, necessary skills and educational requirements, and the essential equipment needed for effective practice. The guide aims to assist governments and institutions in building and maintaining robust forensic facilities to combat cross-border crimes facilitated by fraudulent documents. It serves as a valuable resource for forensic professionals, law enforcement agencies, and policymakers committed to enhancing security and crime prevention. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Acknowledgements

Table of contents

Introduction

Purpose, scope and organization of the guide

1. Overview of the forensic document ­ examination process

2. Characteristics of the four phases

3. Staff skills, educational ­ requirements and equipment-recommendations

4. General guidance when designing, establishing, and maintaining a ­forensic document examination ­ facility and the role of management

Annex 1. Techniques used in ­ document examination

Annex 2. Equipment providers

Annex 3. Training course outlines

Annex 4. Books, reference ­materials and database recommendations Generated by AI.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

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ISBN:

9789210544900

9210544900