HI Notary Identifying Signers 3

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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.

(HI Notary) Hawaii Notary Exam Practice Test

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HI Notary Identifying Signers 3