NH Notary NH Notary Signer Identification Requirements 3

Question 1

A NH notary is asked to notarize a document for someone who presents only a library card as ID. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse unless the notary personally knows the person or a credible witness is available

Answer

A library card is not a government-issued photo ID and does not constitute satisfactory evidence; the notary must use personal knowledge or a credible witness instead.

Question 2

Can a NH notary notarize a document signed by a person who is known to the notary only by reputation but not personally?

Accepted Answer

No, personal knowledge requires direct personal acquaintance, not reputation alone

Answer

Personal knowledge means direct personal acquaintance with the individual, not merely knowledge of their reputation in the community.

Question 3

When a NH notary records identification information in the journal, which piece of ID data is typically noted?

Accepted Answer

The type of ID document, the issuing agency, and the ID number or expiration date

Answer

Best practice and NH guidance call for noting the type of ID, issuing authority, and enough identifying information (such as the last four digits or expiration date) to document which ID was presented.

Question 4

A NH notary knows the signer personally but the signer's legal name on the document differs slightly from what the notary knows. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Clarify the name discrepancy before proceeding; do not notarize until the name issue is resolved

Answer

A name discrepancy raises identity concerns that must be resolved before the notarization proceeds, even if the notary has personal knowledge of the individual.

Question 5

Which document is the MOST reliable form of satisfactory evidence of identity for a NH notary?

Accepted Answer

A current U.S. passport with photo and signature

Answer

A current U.S. passport is issued by the federal government and contains both a photo and signature, making it the most authoritative satisfactory evidence of identity.

NH Notary - New Hampshire Notary Exam Practice Test

NH Notary - New Hampshire Notary Exam Practice Test

NH Notary NH Notary Signer Identification Requirements 3