Verification Verdict
The backend has completed its check. Sarah now sees one of three possible verdicts. Each verdict provides clear, actionable guidance on what to do next.
π― Three Possible Outcomes
The verification system returns one of three verdicts: Genuine (β ), Not Found (π΄), or Outdated (π ). Each has different implications for the customer's next action.
Genuine Instructions
These instructions are verified and current
Verification Confirmed
These instructions were issued by David Thompson from Shepherd+Wedderburn on Dec 9, 2025 at 2:32 PM for your matter MITCHELL-42MAPLE.
Instruction Type
Bank details for sending completion funds
What This Means
β
These instructions are genuine
β
They are current (not superseded)
β
You can proceed with confidence
You can safely proceed with the bank transfer using the details in the email. These instructions are verified and current.
π‘ Understanding the Verdicts
Genuine Instructions
Meaning: The reference exists in the database, is still active, hasn't expired, and hasn't been superseded by newer instructions.
Customer Action: Proceed with confidence. The instructions are verified and current.
Reference Not Found
Meaning: No matching record in the database. Either typo, or fraudulent/phishing email with fake reference.
Customer Action: STOP immediately. Do NOT transfer money. Call firm on verified number from their official website.
Outdated/Superseded
Meaning: The reference existed but has been marked as superseded, revoked, or expired. Newer instructions have been issued.
Customer Action: Contact solicitor to get current instructions. Verify the new reference before proceeding.
Clear Guidance
Each verdict provides specific, actionable guidance. Customers don't have to guess what to doβthe system tells them exactly what action to take.
π The Power of Definitive Answers
β Traditional Email
- "Does this email look legitimate?"
- "Should I trust the bank details?"
- "What if it's a phishing email?"
- "Maybe I should call... but is that number real?"
- Anxiety and uncertainty
β With Undoubt Verification
- "β Genuine" or "π΄ Not Found" or "π Outdated"
- Clear, unambiguous verdict
- Specific guidance on next action
- Cryptographic proof from firm's domain
- Confidence and certainty