No scientific evidence exists to support graphology, and it is generally considered a pseudoscience or scientifically questionable practice. However, it remains in widespread use in France and has historically been considered legitimate for use in some court cases.

How correct is graphology?

The truth is that graphology is an “observational science”. That means there is no cold, hard, evidence that describes the 99.9% accuracy of the results, nor is there a guarantee that every person behaves the same way as their script says they do.

Is handwriting analysis legitimate?

While some experts believe that handwriting analyses are legitimate evidence, many more call it “junk science,” and “subjective.” However, new technology such as FISH (Forensic Information System for Handwriting) has, in prosecutors' opinions, elevating handwriting analysis from a junk science to actual science.