NE Notary Identifying Document Signers 3

Question 1

What does Nebraska law mean when it refers to identifying a signer through 'personal knowledge'?

Accepted Answer

The notary personally knows the signer through prior acquaintance

Answer

Personal knowledge means the notary has met and knows the signer from prior personal acquaintance, not just from reviewing documents.

Question 2

When using a credible witness to identify a signer in Nebraska, how many credible witnesses are typically required?

Accepted Answer

One or two, depending on circumstances

Answer

Nebraska generally allows one credible witness who personally knows the signer and is known to the notary, or two credible witnesses who know the signer.

Question 3

A credible witness used to identify a signer must NOT have what characteristic?

Accepted Answer

A financial interest in the document being notarized

Answer

A credible witness must be disinterested — they cannot have a financial or beneficial interest in the transaction being notarized.

Question 4

If a notary relies on personal knowledge to identify a signer, what should the notary record in the notary journal?

Accepted Answer

That identification was made through personal knowledge

Answer

The notary should record in the journal that the signer was identified through personal knowledge, maintaining a complete record of the notarial act.

Question 5

A signer claims to have no identification documents whatsoever. What is the best course of action for a Nebraska notary?

Accepted Answer

Attempt to identify the signer through a credible witness or refuse if none is available

Answer

Without satisfactory ID, the notary should explore the credible witness option or decline to notarize if identity cannot be established.

(NE Notary) Nebraska Notary Exam Practice Test

(NE Notary) Nebraska Notary Exam Practice Test

NE Notary Identifying Document Signers 3