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About Shuler
Authentication Services
Dr. Doug Shuler was in Law Enforcement for approximately 40 years, serving in capacities as a Police Officer, Federal Criminal Investigator and Professor of Criminal Justice. Doug has been involved as a hobbyist in autographed memorabilia, trading and sports cards and action figures since an early age. After receiving his PhD in criminal justice, Doug went on to receive another master’s degree certificate in Forensic Document Examination from East Tennessee State University, studying under renown Forensic Document Examiners Dr. Larry Miller and Heidi Harralson. He was head of authentication and grading for DCI grading and is currently lead authenticator for Shuler Authentication Services. He has the experience, training and dedication to provide you with the best opinion for your autographed memorabilia.
Doug is also Certified as a Fraud Examiner with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners as well as a member in good standing with the International Association of Document Examiners and the National Association of Document Examiners.
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Authentication Services
Why Collectors and
Professionals Trust Us
Years of expertise in forensic authentication
Certified Fraud Examiner credentials
Trusted by collectors, legal practitioners, and historians
Competes with industry leaders like JSA, Beckett, PSA/DNA
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A forensic document examiner is a professional who analyzes documents to determine their authenticity, origin, or any alterations. They use scientific methods to examine handwriting, signatures, paper, ink, and printing processes, often assisting in legal investigations by providing expert testimony in court.
A Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is a professional who specializes in detecting, preventing, and investigating fraud within organizations. CFEs are trained to analyze financial records, conduct interviews, and gather evidence to uncover fraudulent activities. They often work in corporations, government, or law enforcement settings and may provide expert testimony in legal proceedings.
An expert is an individual who possesses a high level of training, knowledge, skill, or experience in a particular field or subject. Experts are often relied upon to provide informed opinions, guidance, or testimony due to their specialized expertise. In legal or investigative contexts, experts may be called upon to clarify complex matters for courts or organizations.
Estimates are 85-90% of this market are fraudulent.