CT Notary Identification and Verification 2

Question 1

Under Connecticut law, which of the following qualifies as 'satisfactory evidence' of a signer's identity?

Accepted Answer

The oath of a credible witness who personally knows the signer and is personally known to the notary

Answer

Connecticut permits identification through a credible witness who personally knows the signer and is personally known to the notary.

Question 2

A signer presents a driver's license with a photo that looks noticeably different from the person standing before the notary. What should the CT notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to notarize until identity can be established through other satisfactory evidence

Answer

If the notary cannot reasonably match the photo to the signer, identity is not established and the notarization must be refused.

Question 3

Which basis for identification requires NO physical identification document in Connecticut?

Accepted Answer

The notary's personal knowledge of the signer

Answer

A notary who personally knows the signer may rely on that personal knowledge without reviewing any documents.

Question 4

What does 'personal knowledge' of a signer's identity generally mean for a Connecticut notary?

Accepted Answer

Familiarity with the individual through dealings over time sufficient to eliminate reasonable doubt about identity

Answer

Personal knowledge means acquaintance over time through interactions that removes any reasonable doubt the person is who they claim to be.

Question 5

A credible witness is being used to identify a signer. Which additional step should the notary take with the witness?

Accepted Answer

Administer an oath or affirmation to the witness regarding the signer's identity

Answer

The credible witness should be placed under oath or affirmation to vouch truthfully for the signer's identity.

(CT Notary) Connecticut Notary Exam Practice Test

(CT Notary) Connecticut Notary Exam Practice Test

CT Notary Identification and Verification 2