DC Notary DC Notary Signer Identification Requirements

Question 1

Which document would be considered acceptable satisfactory evidence of identity for a DC notarization?

Accepted Answer

A government-issued photo ID containing a signature

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A library card with the signer's name

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A utility bill showing the signer's address

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A business card with the signer's title

Question 2

What is a 'credible witness' in the context of DC notarization?

Accepted Answer

A person personally known to the notary who vouches under oath for the signer's identity

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A licensed attorney who drafts the document

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A second notary who co-signs the certificate

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A court interpreter who translates for the signer

Question 3

If a DC notary has personal knowledge of the signer's identity, what additional identification is required?

Accepted Answer

No additional identification is required

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A government-issued photo ID must still be presented

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Two credible witnesses must also vouch for the signer

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A sworn affidavit from the signer is needed

Question 4

Which of the following documents would NOT be acceptable as satisfactory evidence of identity for a DC notarization?

Accepted Answer

An expired foreign passport

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A valid U.S. passport

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A current DC driver's license

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A valid U.S. military ID card

Question 5

What should a DC notary do if a signer appears but is unable to present acceptable identification or a credible witness?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to perform the notarial act

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Proceed based on the signer's verbal assurance

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Complete the act and note the lack of ID in the certificate

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Contact DCRA for emergency authorization

Question 6

Can a DC notary accept a current foreign passport as identification for a notarization?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it is current and contains a photograph and signature

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No, only U.S.-issued documents are acceptable

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Yes, but only with an official English translation attached

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No, foreign documents require embassy verification first