1-5-303. Facts that must be shown when offering proof of handwriting.
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1-5-303 . Facts that must be shown when offering proof of handwriting. The evidence taken under 1-5-302 must satisfactorily prove to the officer the following facts:
(1)the existence of one or more of the conditions mentioned in 1-5-302 ;
(2)that the witness testifying knew the person whose name purports to be subscribed to the instrument as a party and is well acquainted with that person's signature;
(3)that the witness testifying personally knew the person who subscribed the instrument as a witness and is well acquainted with that person's signature;
(4)that the signature or signatures in question are genuine; and
(5)the place of residence of the witness.