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Identifying Signers Flashcards

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  1. A signer presents two forms of ID that show different addresses but the same name and photo. How should a Hawaii notary proceed?

    Answer: Accept the IDs — address differences alone do not invalidate satisfactory evidence

    Satisfactory evidence relates to verifying the person's identity, not their address. Differing addresses on otherwise valid IDs do not invalidate identification.

  2. Under Hawaii law, what is the primary purpose of verifying a signer's identity before notarization?

    Answer: To ensure the person signing is who they claim to be, preventing fraudulent signatures

    Identity verification is about confirming the signer is who they say they are, which prevents someone from signing a document in another person's name.

  3. A woman presents a current state ID from Nevada, not Hawaii. Is this acceptable for a Hawaii notarial act?

    Answer: Yes — a current state-issued ID from any U.S. state is acceptable satisfactory evidence

    Any current, government-issued photo ID with signature from any U.S. state meets Hawaii's satisfactory evidence standard.

  4. If a signer's appearance differs significantly from the photo on their ID (e.g., weight change, new beard), what should a Hawaii notary do?

    Answer: Use professional judgment — if reasonably satisfied the person matches the ID, proceed; otherwise ask for additional verification

    Notaries must exercise professional judgment. Significant appearance changes are normal, but the notary must be reasonably satisfied the person matches the ID.

  5. A parent wants a Hawaii notary to notarize a document for their 16-year-old child. The child has no ID. What is the best approach?

    Answer: The parent can act as a credible witness if they meet the requirements

    If the minor has no ID, the parent may serve as a credible witness who personally knows the signer and is known to the notary or presents their own ID.

  6. A signer presents a U.S. passport that is 3 months expired. Under Hawaii notary law, should this be accepted?

    Answer: No — the passport must be current (unexpired) to serve as satisfactory evidence

    Hawaii law requires that satisfactory evidence be a 'current' (unexpired) government-issued document. An expired passport does not meet this requirement.