A DNA sample from a potential family member is a key element of DNA identification. Without such a reference sample, DNA analysis is not useful. Identifinders understands not only the genealogical requirements for obtaining a sample, but also the personal issues that often arise from dealing with individuals who may have lost a family member.
There are 100,000 persons officially classified as missing in the US today. But thanks to the construction of large computer databases and the networking ability afforded by the internet, there is hope that many of these individuals will be located and identified. Missing persons can also be owners of unclaimed property, or family members of deceased individuals whose whereabouts are unknown. Identifinders is arguably the best international resource for locating persons missing for any reason.
Identity fraud is different from identity theft. While identity theft involves stealing someone's social security number or vital data to use a credit card or access a bank account, identity fraud involves assuming a different life for oneself, either by living under an assumed name or by falsifying one's past for monetary gain. Identifinders uses unique methods to uncover identity fraud by wrapping facts around the behavioural profile that offenders often exhibit.
Provenance, from the French provenir, to come from, means the origin, or the source of an object, or the history of the ownership or location of that object. Provenance is often used to prove authenticity. The item of interest can be a work of art, an archeological find, or a specimen of value to paleontology. It can also be a document such as a first edition of a very rare published work. The process of establishing provenance involves proving the chain of custody of an object. Identifinders possesses the mix of skills necessary to research the historical and genealogical origins of valuables.
Even if there is much evidence to support a legal opinion, it is often desirable to call on an expert testimony to confirm the facts leading to that opinion. Identifinders are professional who can assist your legal activities through our expert witness services relating to DNA references, missing persons, identity fraud, and provenance.