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Comparison of a disputed writing with any writing proved to the satisfaction of the court to be the handwriting of the person claimed to have made the disputed writing shall be permitted.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Civil Practice Law and Rules - CVP Rule 4536. Proof of writing by comparison of handwriting - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/civil-practice-law-and-rules/cvpny-cplr-rule-4536/
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