FL Notary Acceptable Identification for Notarization 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A signer presents a concealed weapons permit issued by Florida. Is this acceptable ID for a Florida notarization?
- No, only driver's licenses and passports are accepted
- Yes, if it contains a photo, signature, and identifying number (Correct answer)
- Only if accompanied by another government-issued ID
- No, permits are not valid identification
Correct answer: Yes, if it contains a photo, signature, and identifying number
A Florida concealed weapons permit contains a photo, signature, and identifying number and is government-issued, so it qualifies as acceptable ID.
Question 2: When using a credible witness to establish a signer's identity in Florida, what must the credible witness do?
- Sign the notarized document as a co-signer
- Take an oath or affirmation vouching for the signer's identity (Correct answer)
- Present two forms of government ID
- Submit a written affidavit in advance
Correct answer: Take an oath or affirmation vouching for the signer's identity
The credible witness must take an oath or affirmation before the notary swearing that they know the signer and that the signer is who they claim to be.
Question 3: How many credible witnesses may be used to identify a signer when neither witness personally knows the notary?
- One witness is always sufficient
- Two credible witnesses are required (Correct answer)
- Three witnesses are required
- No credible witnesses are allowed — only documentary ID is accepted
Correct answer: Two credible witnesses are required
If the credible witness is not personally known to the notary, Florida law requires two credible witnesses (each with acceptable ID) to establish the signer's identity.
Question 4: Which of the following is NOT sufficient by itself as identification for a Florida notarization?
- A valid U.S. military ID card
- A valid Florida driver's license
- A valid U.S. passport
- A voter registration card without a photo (Correct answer)
Correct answer: A voter registration card without a photo
A voter registration card without a photo does not meet Florida's requirement that acceptable ID include a photograph of the signer.
Question 5: A signer presents a U.S. permanent resident card (green card) for a Florida notarization. Is this acceptable?
- No, only U.S. citizens may use government ID for notarizations
- Yes, it is a government-issued photo ID with a signature and identifying number (Correct answer)
- Only if the signer also presents their passport
- Only for documents related to immigration matters
Correct answer: Yes, it is a government-issued photo ID with a signature and identifying number
A U.S. permanent resident card is issued by the federal government and contains a photo, signature, and identifying number, making it acceptable identification.
Question 6: What should a Florida notary do if they suspect a signer's ID is fraudulent?
- Confiscate the ID and contact police
- Proceed with the notarization and note the suspicion in the journal
- Refuse to perform the notarization (Correct answer)
- Request additional identification and proceed if one is valid
Correct answer: Refuse to perform the notarization
If a notary suspects the presented identification is fraudulent, they must refuse to perform the notarial act to avoid facilitating fraud.
FL Notary Acceptable Identification for Notarization 2
A signer presents a concealed weapons permit issued by Florida.
Is this acceptable ID for a Florida notarization?