MS Notary Signer Identification Methods

Question 1

What is the primary method for identifying a document signer?

Accepted Answer

Current government-issued photo identification such as a driver's license or passport

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A verbal statement of their name

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A business card with their name

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A signature comparison with a sample on file

Question 2

Can a notary identify a signer through personal knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the notary has personal knowledge of the signer's identity through previous interactions

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No, photo ID is always required without exception

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Only for family members

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Only for repeat customers

Question 3

What is credible witness identification?

Accepted Answer

A trusted third party personally known to both the notary and signer vouches for the signer's identity

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A witness who watches the signing process

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A court-appointed identity verifier

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An online identity verification service

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable form of identification for notarization?

Accepted Answer

An expired government-issued photo ID

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A current state driver's license

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A valid US passport

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A current military ID card

Question 5

What should a notary do if they suspect a signer is using fraudulent identification?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to perform the notarization and document the refusal

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Complete the notarization but note concerns in the journal

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Contact the signer's bank to verify identity

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Accept the ID but add a disclaimer to the certificate

Question 6

Can a notary accept foreign identification documents?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a valid foreign passport is generally acceptable identification

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No, only US-issued documents are accepted

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Only if translated to English by a certified translator

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Only at international border crossing locations