FL Notary Acceptable Identification for Notarization 2

Question 1

A signer presents a concealed weapons permit issued by Florida. Is this acceptable ID for a Florida notarization?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if it contains a photo, signature, and identifying number

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Take an oath or affirmation vouching for the signer's identity

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Two credible witnesses are required

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

A voter registration card without a photo

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is a government-issued photo ID with a signature and identifying number

Answer

A U.S. permanent resident card is issued by the federal government and contains a photo, signature, and identifying number, making it acceptable identification.

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FL Notary Acceptable Identification for Notarization 2