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Document counterfeiting is a reality in modern society
Document counterfeiting is almost as common as the counterfeiting of brand products and even money. There are a few simple steps that you can take to prevent document counterfeiting in your company.
The secret lies in the paper
By investing in security paper for the printing of agreements or important documents, you will be one step ahead of fraudsters. Some of the paper even contains fluorescent fibres which only become visible under a special ultra violet light.
A copied document will not show these fibres and if you thus become involved in a dispute over the authenticity of a document, you will be able to proof document counterfeiting if your business always uses security paper for important documents.
Watermark in the paper
Definitely not as effective as security paper, but nevertheless a good preventative measure is to use watermark stationary for all your official correspondence and documents. This will make it more difficult for a counterfeiter to reproduce fake copies.
It is not however; only business that has to deal with document counterfeiting, but also governments. Fake identity documents, passports, and immigration papers make it rather difficult for officials and business owners alike to trust any documents presented by people in countries around the world.
Fortunately technology has advanced through the years and there are now several products available for detecting counterfeiting regarding money, permits, official documents, driver’s licenses, and more.
If your company has been the victim of document counterfeiting criminals in some way, you will need legal assistance in taking the appropriate action.
Contact us at Smit & Van Wyk to help you take steps against the perpetrators.
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