NM Notary Signer Identification Procedures 2

Question 1

Under New Mexico's Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, which of the following is an acceptable way to identify a signer?

Accepted Answer

Personal knowledge of the individual

Answer

A verbal introduction by the signer's employer

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A photocopy of an expired library card

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The signer's verbal statement of their own name

Question 2

A signer presents a driver's license that expired two years ago. Under New Mexico law, may the notary accept it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because an ID expired no more than three years is acceptable

Answer

No, all identification must be current

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Yes, but only if a second ID is also presented

Answer

No, expired licenses are never valid for notarization

Question 3

What must a credible witness do before vouching for a signer's identity in New Mexico?

Accepted Answer

Take an oath or affirmation verifying the signer's identity

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Sign the document as a co-signer

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Present two forms of identification for the signer

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Pay the notarial fee on the signer's behalf

Question 4

Which document is generally acceptable as satisfactory evidence of identity even though it lacks a physical description?

Accepted Answer

A current passport issued by the U.S. government

Answer

A birth certificate

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A Social Security card

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A utility bill with the signer's address

Question 5

A notary's neighbor of fifteen years asks for a notarization but forgot her wallet. What may the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Proceed using personal knowledge of the signer's identity

Answer

Refuse, because an ID document is always mandatory

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Notarize but note 'no ID presented' in the certificate

Answer

Accept a photo of her ID texted from her phone

Question 6

Which of these is NOT satisfactory evidence of identity under New Mexico notary law?

Accepted Answer

A signed personal letter describing the signer

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A current state-issued driver's license

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A current U.S. military ID with photo and signature

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A foreign passport with photo and signature

Question 7

Why is a Social Security card unacceptable for identifying a signer?

Accepted Answer

It lacks a photograph and physical description

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It is not issued by the federal government

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It expires too quickly

Answer

It can only be used for tax documents