NNA Properly Identifying Signers 2

Question 1

A signer's driver's license reads "Maria Elena Lopez Garcia." Which signature name may the notary generally accept on the document?

Accepted Answer

Maria Lopez Garcia

Answer

A signer may use a shorter version of the name on the ID, but not a name that does not appear on it.

Question 2

Which feature is generally NOT required for an ID card to be considered satisfactory evidence of identity?

Accepted Answer

A home mailing address

Answer

Acceptable IDs typically need a photo, physical description, signature, and serial number from a government issuer, while an address is not a core requirement.

Question 3

A signer presents a clear color photocopy of their passport because the original is at the embassy. What should the notary do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse to accept the photocopy as identification

Answer

Copies of ID can easily be altered and are not acceptable as satisfactory evidence of identity.

Question 4

Which of the following is generally an acceptable form of identification for a notarization?

Accepted Answer

A current U.S. military ID card

Answer

A military ID is government-issued with a photo and signature, unlike Social Security cards, birth certificates, or credit cards.

Question 5

When using a credible identifying witness, what relationship is generally required?

Accepted Answer

The witness personally knows the signer, and the notary knows or identifies the witness

Answer

A credible witness bridges the gap by personally knowing the signer while being known to, or properly identified by, the notary.

NNA - National Notary Association Certification Practice Test

NNA - National Notary Association Certification Practice Test

NNA Properly Identifying Signers 2