Authenticate
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-000628
To establish the genuineness, origin, or validity of a document, object, or piece of evidence. This process involves presenting sufficient proof to satisfy a court that the item is what its proponent claims it to be. Methods of authentication include testimony of a witness with knowledge or comparison with authenticated specimens.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-000628 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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