DE Notary Signer Identification and Verification 2

Question 1

When using a credible witness to identify a signer in Delaware, how many credible witnesses are typically required?

Accepted Answer

One credible witness who is personally known to the notary

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Two credible witnesses from the general public

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Three witnesses including the notary

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No witnesses — only a sworn statement from the signer

Question 2

A Delaware notary is presented with a foreign passport as signer identification. Is this acceptable?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the passport is current and government-issued

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

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Yes, only if accompanied by a U.S. visa

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No, foreign passports must be translated first

Question 3

If a signer is unable to produce acceptable identification and no credible witness is available, what should a Delaware notary do?

Accepted Answer

Decline to perform the notarization

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Proceed based on the signer's verbal assurance

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Accept any document showing the signer's name

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Ask the signer to sign a liability waiver

Question 4

Why is it important for a Delaware notary to carefully examine the signer's identification?

Accepted Answer

To verify the signer is who they claim to be and prevent fraud

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To determine if the signer qualifies for a fee waiver

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To record the signer's ID number in the journal

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To confirm the signer is a Delaware resident

Question 5

Under Delaware law, may a notary refuse service to a signer based solely on their national origin?

Accepted Answer

No, notaries may not discriminate based on national origin

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Yes, if the notary cannot read their foreign ID

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Yes, if the signer does not speak English

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No, but the notary may require an interpreter

Question 6

When must a Delaware notary personally see the signer's identification document?

Accepted Answer

At the time the notarial act is performed

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Before scheduling the appointment

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Within 24 hours before the notarial act

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It can be emailed in advance