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table of contents
Cover
Half Title
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Preface
Acknowledgements
Table of cases
Table of statutes
1 An introduction to the signature
Dictionary definitions
The manuscript signature
Statutory definition of signature
2 The functions of a signature
The primary evidential function
Secondary evidential functions
Cautionary function
Protective function
Channelling function
Record-keeping function
3 Disputing a manuscript signature
Defences
Evidence of the manuscript signature
The identity of the person affixing the manuscript signature
Intention to authenticate and adopt the document
4 Methods of authentication before manuscript signatures
Objects as a means of authentication
The seal
Witnesses and scribes
The sign of the cross
The chirograph
5 Manuscript signatures
Impression of a mark
Bills of exchange
An interest in real property
Wills
United States of America
Illegible writing
Assisted signature or mark
Wills
A name without a signature
Mistake as to the name
Variations of a name
Voting
Wills
United States of America
The use of initials
Statute of Frauds
Judicial use
Wills
Rights in property
Voting
Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990
United States of America
The use of a surname
Statute of Frauds
Deeds
The use of a trade name
A partial signature
Words other than a name
An identifying phrase
Abbreviation of a name
6 Marks used as signatures
A seal imprint
Wills
Interest in real property
Court records
The use of a fingerprint
The use of a printed name
Statute of Frauds
Real property
Public notices
The use of a lithographed name
The use of a rubber stamp
Wills
Voting
Judicial use
Statute of Frauds
Ecclesiastical use
Solicitors Act 1932
Administrative use
United States of America
A stencil-pen
7 Mechanical signatures
Signature machines
Mechanical marks by human action
Typewriting
Telegram
Telex
Facsimile
8 The writing material
9 An incorrect signature and absence of a signature
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